Simple Definition of beloved

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beloved

adjective

bɪˈlʌvəd,
bɪˈlʌvd
: very much loved : dearly loved
my own beloved grandmother
He is a beloved public figure.
an actor beloved by/of millions of fans
one of the city's most beloved buildings

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