"nonamorous" meaning in English

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Adjective

Etymology: From non- + amorous. Etymology templates: {{af|en|non-|amorous}} non- + amorous Head templates: {{en-adj|-}} nonamorous (not comparable)
  1. Not characterized by (romantic or sexual) love; not inclined to love. Tags: not-comparable
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