made love
/meɪd lʌv/
VERB
1. To engage in sexual activity with a romantic partner
To have sexual intercourse with someone, typically expressing romantic affection, intimacy, or emotional connection.
1.1. Expressing romantic and physical intimacy
Used when two people engage in sexual intimacy as an expression of affection, love, or closeness within a romantic relationship.
Synonyms
- had sex
- had sexual intercourse
- slept together
- were intimate
- had intercourse
Examples
- In the moonlit night, they tenderly made love under the starry sky.
- After a romantic dinner, the couple retreated to their room and passionately made love.
- The newlyweds celebrated their honeymoon by exploring new places and sharing intimate moments.
- On their anniversary, they reminisced about the beautiful moments they shared and then lovingly made love.