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Word: dear (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Adjective:

  • A formal way to start (often after ''my'') addressing somebody one likes or regards kindly.
  • A formal way to start (possibly after ''my'') addressing somebody at the beginning of a letter, memo etc.
  • An ironic way to start (often after ''my'') addressing an inferior.
  • High in price; expensive.
  • Loved; lovable.
  • Loving, affectionate, heartfelt
  • obsolete noble
  • Precious to or greatly valued by someone.
  • Severe(ly affected), sore

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Noun:

  • A beloved person
  • A very kind, loving person.

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