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Definition of dearly



Overview of adv dearly

The adv dearly has 3 senses? (first 2 from tagged texts)
1. (2) dearly, in a heartfelt way

(in a sincere and heartfelt manner; "I would dearly love to know")

2. (1) dearly, dear

(at a great cost; "he paid dearly for the food"; "this cost him dear")

3. dearly, affectionately, dear

(with affection; "she loved him dearly"; "he treats her affectionately")