a romantic relationship or episode between lovers; an amour.
2.
an active enthusiasm for something:
my love affair with sailing.
Origin
1585-95
British Dictionary definitions for love affair
love affair
noun
1.
a romantic or sexual relationship, esp a temporary one, between two people
2.
a great enthusiasm or liking for something: a love affair with ballet
Slang definitions & phrases for love affair
love affair
noun phrase
An attraction or affinity that is strong but not sexual: The fishing industry is well aware of the love affair anglers have with records(1970s+)
Idioms and Phrases with love affair
love affair
.
An intimate sexual relationship, as in They had a torrid love affair many years ago. This expression dates from about 1600, when it referred merely to the experiences connected with being in love. The current sense dates from the second half of the 1800s.
.
A strong enthusiasm, as in We can't ignore America's love affair with the automobile. [ Mid-1900s ]