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dearest
(dear|est)
Pronunciation:
/ˈdɪərɪst/
adjective
1
most loved or cherished:
one of my dearest friends
2
British
most expensive:
beer is dearest in Germany
noun
used as an affectionate form of address:
you make me so happy, dearest
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