lovebird noun 2verb 1forms 3 noun2 •Any small parrot from one of the nine species within the genus Agapornis. Sometimes they are kept as cage birds and are noted for their affection towards each other. •[usually plural] (figurative) One of the members of an openly affectionate couple.Okay, all right, whew! What do you say we all clear out of here and let these two lovebirds get back down to business? — 1999 verb1 •To express romantic affection openly. formslovebirded · lovebirding · lovebirds