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Meaning of
precious
in English
precious
#moderate
#b2
Definitions
Adjective
highly
valued
;
costly
(
monetary
,
sentimental
)
The
diamond
necklace
was
a
precious
family
heirloom
.
loved
;
cherished
(
with
affection
)
Her
precious
memories
of
childhood
were
still
vivid
.
overly
protective
;
strict
(
about
something
)
Some
parents
can
be
overly
precious
about
their
children's
safety
.
Noun
a
loved
one
;
darling
The
precious
little
girl
was
the
center
of
attention
at
the
party
.
