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Daddy
01
an informal or intimate name for fathers, used especially by children or when talking to children
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Simple
Countable
singular
gender specific
Plural form
daddies
Masculine Singular
daddy
Female Singular
mommy
neutral form
parent
Examples
Every morning, her daddy helps her brush her teeth.
02
an attractive, dominant, or authoritative masculine figure, often used in a sexual or flirtatious context
Slang
What does "daddy" mean in slang?
While "daddy" originally means "father," it has taken on additional meanings in informal and slang usage. The term began to be used more broadly to describe men who appear confident, protective, or in control. Over time, especially through popular culture and online communities, it developed a flirtatious sense. Today, "daddy" can refer to an attractive and authoritative masculine figure, often used playfully or suggestively to express admiration or attraction.
Examples
Pedro Pascal? Absolute daddy.
