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fun-loving

[ fuhn-luhv-ing ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

enjoying life in a lively, lighthearted way; spirited; playful:
fun-loving friends.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of fun-loving¹

First recorded in 1770–80

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First Minister John Swinney described her as a "kind, loyal and fun-loving colleague".

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The "fun-loving" couple from Neston, Cheshire, had "a zest for life", their family said in a statement at the time.

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First Minister John Swinney has led emotional tributes to a "kind, loyal and fun-loving colleague" following the death of Scottish government minister Christina McKelvie.

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James Barker was "a very fun-loving" child, who enjoyed golf and fishing.

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Described by his mum, Bernie, as "happy go lucky and fun-loving", Oran was the fifth of seven children and loved going fishing with his dad, brother and friends.

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