dears

exclamation

Used to express mild surprise, concern, or sympathy, often preceded by 'oh'.

"Oh dears, I've forgotten my brolly again!"

noun

An affectionate term used to address or refer to beloved people, often in a group.

"Come in, dears, the tea is ready."

Thesaurus

Synonyms: dearly, affectionately, honey, beloved, love, sweetie, darling, baby, dearest, sweetheart, deary, dearie