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Question: What is the etymology of Ma Dear!?
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the partial name "MA" is a common root in indo-european languages, indicating "mother"!.

"Dear" is a word of old English/German origin, meaning, essentially, "cherished"!.

"Ma Dear" is a lovely way of addressing your Mother, I am sure!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

Mother Dear, or Dear Mother !Www@QuestionHome@Com