How to pronounce“dear”in English
IPA/dɪɹ/
Syllablesdear
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Definitions of “dear”
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adjective
High in price; expensive.
“The dearer the jewel, the greater the love expressed.”
adjective
Loved; lovable.
“"Yes, children dear, wait a bit till it turns itself," she answered - she ought to have said "till I turn it"[.]”
noun
A very kind, loving person.
“My little cousin is such a dear, always drawing me pictures.”
Synonyms:darling
noun
A beloved person.
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