fond


Definition: Meaning of, fond in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / fɒnd /

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  1. be fond of somebody to like someone very much, especially when you have known them for a long time and almost feel love for them
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  2. be fond of (doing) something to like something, especially something you have liked for a long time
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  3. be fond of doing something to do something often, especially something that annoys other people
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  4. [only before noun] a fond look, smile, action etc shows you like someone very much [=  affectionate]
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  5. have fond memories of something/somebody to remember someone or something with great pleasure
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  6. a fond hope/belief a belief or hope that something will happen, which seems silly because it is very unlikely to happen
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fond used in phrases

  • fond regard (noun)
    1. a feeling of affection for a person or an institution
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