[dɪə], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- regarded with deep affection
(e.g: a dear friend)

- expensive
(e.g: five pounds—that's a bit dear!)


Phrases:

Origin:
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:
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:
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)


Phrases:

Origin:
Old English dēore, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch dier ‘beloved’, also to Dutch duur and German teuer ‘expensive’