lady-love

la·dy·love

[ley-dee-luhv]
noun
a beloved woman; sweetheart or mistress.

Origin:
1725–35; lady + love

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ladylove (ˈleɪdɪˌlʌv) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
rare a beloved woman

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