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Definition dear in American English

dear noun

[countable] noun
/dɪr/
1

someone who is nice, generous, and helpful to others

Example

Be a dear and go get my glasses for me, will you?

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2

used for talking to someone you love or are friendly with

Example

Did you have a nice day, dear?

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2.1

used for talking in a friendly way to someone whose name you do not know

Example

Be careful on those steps, dear.

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Definition dear in American English