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Uncommondarling
The correct spelling is darling.
How to pronounce darling
/ˈdɑːlɪŋ/
nounIPA: /ˈdɑːlɪŋ/
Say it like: Dar-lin-g
The correct spelling is darling. A person who is dear to one. For example: "Mary, the youngest daughter, was always her mother's darling."
Usage Examples
“Mary, the youngest daughter, was always her mother's darling.”
“The girl next door picks up all my shopping for me. She is such a darling.”
“Pass the wine, would you darling?”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A person who is dear to one.
- 2.A kind or sweet person; sweetheart.
- 3.An affectionate term of address.
- 4.(by extension) A person or thing very popular with a certain group.
adjective
- 1.Dear; cherished.
- 2.Charming
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