lovey-dovey

The definition of lovey-dovey is very affectionate.

(adjective)

An example of a lovey-dovey person is a woman who constantly hugs and kisses her boyfriend.

See lovey-dovey in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

Slang very affectionate, amorous, or sentimental

Origin: love + -y + dove + -y

See lovey-dovey in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Informal

Expressing affection in an extravagantly sentimental way; mushy.

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