all right, my lover

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English

Alternative forms

• alright, my lover?

Phrase

all right my lover?

1. (idiomatic, UK, West Country) An informal affectionate greeting.

Usage notes

As 'my lover' is a form of address in the West Country, this greeting is not at all indicative of a sexual relationship. For example, it is acceptable for a man to address an unknown woman as 'my lover', as it is for a man/woman to greet a man/woman who is not his/her lover with 'All right, my lover'.

Synonyms

• how are you?