The definition of affectionate is having warm regard, feelings or love for someone or something.
(adjective)A newlywed couple giving each other kisses and hugs during their first dance is an example of people being affectionate.
See affectionate in Webster's New World College Dictionary
adjective
Origin: altered after -ate < Fr affectionné
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See affectionate in American Heritage Dictionary 4
adjective
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