1. people who are in love with each other, especially in a romantic relationship
2. people who have a strong interest in or enthusiasm for something

Examples

• The young lovers walked hand in hand through the park.
• Romeo and Juliet were star-crossed lovers in Shakespeare’s play.
• The art lovers spent hours in the museum admiring the paintings.
• Music lovers from around the world attended the festival.
• Book lovers often have personal libraries at home.
• The nature lovers went hiking every weekend.
• Coffee lovers appreciate the difference between various blends.