Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

daddy

noun
/ˈdædi/
Definition
A casual or affectionate term for father.
Examples
  • The little girl ran to her daddy when she saw him at the park.
  • My daddy always reads me a bedtime story.
  • He still calls his father ‘daddy’ even though he’s an adult.
Meaning
The term ‘daddy’ is commonly used by children to refer to their father, often implying a close and loving relationship. It can also be used more playfully or informally by adults.
Synonyms
  • father
  • dad
  • papa
  • pa