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fond: Meaning and Definition of
fond
Pronunciation: (fond), [key]
— er, -est.
- having a liking or affection for (usually fol. by of&hasp;): to be fond of animals.
- loving; affectionate: to give someone a fond look.
- excessively tender or overindulgent; doting: a fond parent.
- cherished with strong or unreasoning feeling: to nourish fond hopes of becoming president.
- foolish or silly.
- foolishly credulous or trusting.
fond
Pronunciation: (fond Fr. fôn), [key]
— pl. fonds
- a background or groundwork, esp. of lace.
- fund; stock.
See also:
- fond (Thesaurus)
