Cherish Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary (original) (raw)
cherish
verb
cherishes;
cherished;
cherishing
cherish
/ˈtʃerɪʃ/
verb
cherishes;
cherished;
cherishing
Britannica Dictionary definition of CHERISH
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1
:
to feel or show great love for (someone or something)
- She cherishes her friends/family.
- a book cherished by many
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Synonyms see: appreciate
2
:
to remember or hold (an idea, belief, etc.) in a deeply felt way
- I will always cherish that memory.
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— cherished
adjective
[more cherished; most cherished]
- a cherished friend
- my most cherished and deeply held beliefs
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