01 n. The quality or state of being fond; foolishness.
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1.
The quality or state of being fond; foolishness.[Obs.]“Fondness it were for any, being free, To covet fetters, though they golden be.” — Spenser.
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2.
Doting affection; tender liking; strong appetite, propensity, or relish; as, he had a fondness for truffles.“My heart had still some foolish fondness for thee.” — Addison.
Syn.
Attachment; affection; love; kindness.