Also means
loved one
Usage Note
Amato is the past participle of amare ('to love') used as an adjective, meaning 'beloved' or 'cherished'. When used as a noun, l'amato / l'amata means 'the beloved' (m/f). It is typically more poetic or formal than everyday caro ('dear'). Agrees in gender and number: amata, amati, amate.
Examples
"Ha perso il suo amato cane."
Natural Translation
She lost her beloved dog.
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