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darling

Pronunciation: /ˈdɑːlɪŋ/
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Definition of darling

noun

  • used as an affectionate form of address to a beloved person:good night, darling
  • a lovable or endearing person:he’s such a darling
  • a person who is particularly popular with a certain group:he is the darling of Labour’s left wing

adjective

  • beloved:his darling wife
  • (in affected use) pretty; charming:a darling little pillbox hat

Phrases

be a darling

used as a friendly or encouraging preface to a request:be a darling and don’t mention I’m here

Origin:

Old English dēorling (see dear, -ling)

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Definition of darling in the US English dictionary