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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dear

/dɪər/ adjective, noun · British & US
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What does dear mean?

adjective, noun

Used to express affection or love; a person who is dear to someone is someone they care about deeply. A dear person or thing is also one that is valued or cherished.

Example

"She was a dear friend who always lent a listening ear."

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