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 Definition of 'dear'

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Definitions of 'dear'  

1. (noun) beloveddeardearesthoneylove
a beloved person; used as terms of endearment

2. (noun) lambdear
a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child)

3. (adj) beloveddarlingdear
dearly loved

4. (adj) deargoodnear
with or in a close or intimate relationship
"a good friend"; "my sisters and brothers are near and dear"

5. (adj) deardevoutearnestheartfelt
earnest
"one's dearest wish"; "devout wishes for their success"; "heartfelt condolences"

6. (adj) costlydear(p)high-pricedpriceypricy
having a high price
"costly jewelry"; "high-priced merchandise"; "much too dear for my pocketbook"; "a pricey restaurant"

7. (adverb) dearlyaffectionatelydear
with affection
"she loved him dearly"; "he treats her affectionately"

8. (adverb) dearlydear
at a great cost
"he paid dearly for the food"; "this cost him dear"


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