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Affection
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a feeling of fondness or liking toward someone or something
Example
The community holds great affection for their local hero.
The doting grandparents showered their grandchildren with gifts and affection at every visit.
Foster parents often develop paternal affection for the children in their care, regardless of biological lineage.
As a sign of affection, the parrot gently nipped its owner's ear.
The neglected child longed for attention and affection from his distant parents.
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