dad

//dæd//

Translation

father

Definition

A male parent; a person's male biological or adoptive parent. It is an informal, affectionate, and commonly used term for one's father, especially by children.

Example

  • My dad taught me how to ride a bike.

    My father taught me how to ride a bike.

  • I'm going to call my dad after work.

    I'm going to call my father after work.

  • Her dad is a great cook.

    Her father is a great cook.

Synonyms

father
papa
pop
daddy

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Nouns
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