Main Entry:

¹fond

Pronunciation:

\ˈfänd\

Function:

adjective

Etymology:

Middle English fonned, fond, from fonne fool

Date:

14th century

1: foolish, silly <fond pride>2 a: prizing highly : desirous —used with of<fond of praise> b: having an affection or liking —used with of<fond of music>3 a: foolishly tender : indulgent <a fond mother> b: affectionate, loving <absence makes the heart grow fonder>4: cherished with great affection : doted on <our fondest hopes>