/ˈvæl.ən.taɪn/
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Translation
A card or gift you send on 14 February to someone you love; also the person you send it to.
Word origin
Named after Saint Valentine, a third-century saint whose feast day is 14 February.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- Valentinus
Examples
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A valentine is a card you send on 14 February.
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Here a valentine is the person you love.
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Valentine's Day is 14 February.
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