English Explanatory Dictionary

bedear

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To make or hold dear; endear.
  2. To say "dear" to; address as "dear".

Word forms

bedear bedears bedearing bedeared

Etymology

From be- + dear.

Synonyms

appreciate cherish prize bedear esteem hold dear think much of treasure value
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