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fond

/fɒnd/ · verb

Meaning

  1. To have a foolish affection for, to be fond of.
  2. To caress; to fondle.
  3. (chiefly with of) Having a liking or affection (for).
  4. Affectionate.
  5. Indulgent.
  6. Outlandish; foolish; silly.
  7. Foolish; simple; weak.
  8. Doted on; regarded with affection.
  9. The background design in lace-making.
  10. Brown residue in pans from cooking meats and vegetables.
  11. A group of records having shared provenance.
  12. Foundation; bottom; groundwork.
  13. Fund, stock, or store.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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