Definition of "dear"
adjective:
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Loved; lovable.
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Loving, affectionate, heartfelt.
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Precious to or greatly valued by someone.
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High in price; expensive.
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A formal way to start (possibly after my) addressing somebody at the beginning of a letter, memo etc.
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A formal way to start (often after my) addressing somebody one likes or regards kindly.
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An ironic way to start (often after my) addressing an inferior.
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Noble.
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Severe(ly affected), sore.
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noun:
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A very kind, loving person.
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A beloved person.
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