darl
nounAU, NZ /dɐːl/
Etymology Clipping of darling.
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Australia, New Zealand, Informal darling (as a term of address)
- 'Well if you're sure. I was going to make myself a cup of tea before it gets too hot. Do you want one?' 'No. I'll be right. Listen darl, I brought you back something, and the kids,' he says, opening his backpack[…]2004, Marie Seltenrych, Five Golden Rings and a Diamond, page 306:
- 'Hello, darl. This must be the newest addition to our family.' Melissa's attention was wrenched away from her confusing thoughts about Joss as she was enveloped in a warm hug from a woman just a little shorter than her.2010, Joanna Neil, Lucy Clark, Posh Doc, Society Wedding / New Boss, New-Year Bride: