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Heartthrob

By Bonny Albo, About.com

Definition:

1. The object of one's affections.

2. Passion for another.

3. A public figure that becomes an infatuation for many, such as a movie star, musician or political figure.

4. Someone who by their nature incites passion or romantic feelings in others.

Also Known As: crush, heart breaker, infatuation, lustworthy
Common Misspellings: heart throb, hearthrob
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