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[dɪə], (Adjective)
Definitions:
- regarded with deep affection
(e.g: a dear friend)
- expensive
(e.g: five pounds—that's a bit dear!)
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Origin
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Old English dēore, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch dier ‘beloved’, also to Dutch duur and German teuer ‘expensive’
[dɪə], (Noun)
Definitions:
- used as an affectionate or friendly form of address
(e.g: don't you worry, dear)
Phrases:
Origin
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Old English dēore, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch dier ‘beloved’, also to Dutch duur and German teuer ‘expensive’
[dɪə], (Adverb)
Definitions:
- at a high cost
(e.g: they buy property cheaply and sell dear)
Phrases:
Origin
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Old English dēore, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch dier ‘beloved’, also to Dutch duur and German teuer ‘expensive’
[dɪə], (Interjection)
Definitions:
- used in expressions of surprise, dismay, or sympathy
(e.g: oh dear, I've upset you)
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Origin
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Old English dēore, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch dier ‘beloved’, also to Dutch duur and German teuer ‘expensive’
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