darling

Definition

  • noun: a person you love very much
  • noun: a dearly loved person
  • adjective: dearly loved
  • often used to address someone you love
  • synonyms: favorite, beloved, pet

Examples

  • He told the children a 'darling' [='charming'] story after dinner.

  • Be a 'darling' [='dear, sweetie'] and carry this inside for me.

  • They are the newest 'darlings of' the pop rock world.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Well, isn't it enough that you've gathered every other man's heart today? You've always had mine. You cut your teeth on it. Oh, don't tease me now. Have I your heart, my darling? I love you, I love you. You mustn't say such things. You'll hate me for hearing them. Oh, I could never hate you, (..)
    1939 Gone with the Wind
  • (..) You must remember your duties as hostess. Good morning, girls. Good morning, Scarlett. Why, lndia Wilkes, what a lovely dress! -Perfectly lovely, darling. -I just can't take my eyes off it. Scarlett, honey.... You're looking mighty fine this morning. -Good morning, Miss Scarlett. -Good morning. (..)
    1939 Gone with the Wind