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люби́мчик — meaning in English

lyubimchik

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English meaning

  • favourite adj Liked more than any other of its kind.
  • pet noun An animal kept at home for companionship rather than work or food.

Senses

люби́мчик is used for these senses in English:

  • blue-eyed boy (idiomatic, informal, usually, derogatory) The favorite, especially a young one, especially of someone in power; a fair-haired boy (US), (Australian).
  • favourite A person or thing who enjoys special regard or favour.
  • pet One who is excessively loyal to a superior and receives preferential treatment.
  • pet Any person or animal especially cherished and indulged; a darling.
  • teacher's pet (idiomatic) A student who is perceived to be favored by the teacher.

favourite — full definition

  1. adj Liked more than any other of its kind.
  2. noun The person or thing someone likes best.
  3. noun The competitor or contestant most expected to win.

pet — full definition

  1. noun An animal kept at home for companionship rather than work or food.
  2. adjective Favorite or especially cherished, often used for a personal cause or gripe.
  3. verb To stroke or gently touch an animal affectionately.

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