Dad
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dæd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dad is a noun meaning (informal) A father, a male parent.
Meaning
(informal) A father, a male parent.
More Meanings
- Used to address one's father; often capitalized.
- To be a father to; to parent.
- To act like a dad.
- A lump or piece.
- A blow; act of striking something.
- (transitive) To throw against something; to dash.
- (slang) Used to address an older adult male.
Example Sentences
Happy Father's Day, dad!
His dad was always there for him.
A lot of the power for dads comes in the form of modeling. As much as dads can teach their sons directly and guide them in the world, they also provide an example of who their children can aim to be as they grow up, Singley said. “There are going to be the times when as the dad I’m going to screw up,” he said.
Word Forms
- dads
- dadde
- dadding
- dadded
- dadge
Synonyms for dad
Depending on context, synonyms include ayr, ba, baba, da, dada, daddio.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include papa, pater, daddy, dada, old man, pop.
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