I make love with one in a quiver! (5)

I believe the answer is:

cupid

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'i make love' is the definition.
'cupid' can be an answer for 'love' (I've seen this before). I'm not sure about the 'i make' bit.

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(Other definitions for cupid that I've seen before include "Boy symbol of love" , "Love-god" , "Armed boy" , "Roman Eros" , "naked boy" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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