Noun (uncountable) as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:While walking in the park, she leaned over to give her dear child a kiss on the forehead.

Definition:A term of endearment used to address a child.

From dear child

Example:She clung to her dear friend's hand during the tense moments of the play.

Definition:A term of endearment used to address or refer to a close friend.

From dear friend

Example:He whispered to his beloved, ‘dear heart, you are the light of my life.’

Definition:A term of endearment often used to address a beloved person.

From dear heart