Dearie
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɪəɹi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dearie is a noun meaning (colloquial, chiefly as a term of address) A person who is dear; sweetie.
Meaning
(colloquial, chiefly as a term of address) A person who is dear; sweetie.
Example Sentences
What a scare you gave me, dearie.
At the mention of money Mrs Dibble was overcome with great debility, and wheezed, "I don't feel up to talking about money, matters just now, dearie. I think I better have a bit of a doze."
Word Forms
- dearies
- deary
Synonyms for dearie
Depending on context, synonyms include pet, favourite, favorite, ducky, deary, darling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include darling, deary, favorite, favourite, pet, ducky.
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