Where Does the Word Loving Come from?

A deep and tender feeling of affection for or attachment or devotion to a person or persons. Comes from the Middle English word luf, derived from the Old English word "lufu." This is akin to Old High German, "luba," and another Old English word, lēof, which means 'dear'.

What is the root word of loving?

Someone loving is affectionate and caring. ... The adjective loving comes from the Old English lufian, "to love or approve," from the root lufu, "love, affection, or friendliness."

When was the word love invented?

The first known use of love was before the 12th century.

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