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Definition cherish in American English

cherish verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈtʃerɪʃ/
1

to take care of someone or something because you love them very much

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2

to keep something pleasant in your mind for a long time

Example

I cherish the memory of those happy times.

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3

to think that something is very important and to wish to keep it

Example

I cherished my independence.

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Definition cherish in American English