Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dearling
noun
ˈdɪr.lɪŋ
Definition
A term of endearment for someone cherished or loved.
Examples
- She called her son her dearling every evening before bed.
- He wrote a heartfelt letter to his dearling, expressing his love.
- The grandmother referred to her grandchildren as her dearlings.
Meaning
Dearling is often used to express affection towards someone, typically a beloved person.
Synonyms
- darling
- beloved
- sweetheart
- dearest
