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Girlfriend Definition & Meaning

girlfriend
noun
  1. any female friend; "Mary and her girlfriend organized the party"
  2. a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved; "his girlfriend kicked him out"

"Girlfriend" in song lyrics

See how girlfriend is used in real songs:

  • "and a girlfriend"
    Aceyalone — Annalillia
  • "honey girlfriend"
    Aceyalone — Makeba
  • "My favorite past time is making love to my girlfriend"
    Afroman — Dopefiend

Usage tips for "girlfriend"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "girlfriend" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for girlfriend to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does girlfriend mean?
any female friend; "Mary and her girlfriend organized the party" a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved; "his girlfriend kicked him out"
What part of speech is girlfriend?
Girlfriend is a noun.
How many definitions does girlfriend have?
Girlfriend has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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