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original meaning of the word 'DARLING'
jollysuperchicken Started conversation Dec 27, 2005
Have always thought that the original meaning of darling was YEARLING- a term of affection for a ONE YEAR OLD- is this correct- can't find any original definitions or derivations
original meaning of the word 'DARLING'
Mort - a middle aged Girl Interrupted Posted Dec 27, 2005
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original meaning of the word 'DARLING'
Mort - a middle aged Girl Interrupted Posted Dec 27, 2005
As for the origins of 'darling' - I have no idea 
If you post the same message at <./>askh2g2</.> then someone might be able to help 
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