Definition of "paramour" in English

noun

1. (somewhat dated) An illicit lover, either male or female.

   • to run away with a paramour

2. (obsolete) The Virgin Mary or Jesus Christ (when addressed by a person of the opposite sex).

verb

1. To go with a paramour; to have an affair.

adverb

1. (obsolete, of loving, etc.) Passionately, out of sexual desire.