darling

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈdɑːlɪŋ/
/ˈdɑɹlɪŋ/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

A person who is dear to one.

Example Sentences
  • Mary, the youngest daughter, was always her mother's darling.
2 Definition

A kind or sweet person; sweetheart.

Example Sentences
  • The girl next door picks up all my shopping for me. She is such a darling.
3 Definition

An affectionate term of address.

Example Sentences
  • Pass the wine, would you darling?
4 Definition

(by extension) A person or thing very popular with a certain group.

Example Sentences
  • a darling of the theatre
Adjective
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Dear; cherished.

Example Sentences
  • She is my darling wife of twenty-two years.
2 Definition

Charming

Example Sentences
  • Well isn't that a darling little outfit she has on.