Daddy vs. Dad

Daddy vs. Dad — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Daddy and Dad

Daddynoun

father.

Dadnoun

(informal) A father, a male parent.

He hadn't seen his dad in years.

Daddynoun

(informal) male lover.

Dadnoun

(familiar) Used to address one's father

Happy Father's Day, Dad!

Daddynoun

an informal term of address for a man

Rock 'n' roll is cool, daddy, and you know it!

Dadnoun

(slang) Used to address an older adult male

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Daddynoun

an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk

Dadverb

(transitive) To throw against something; to dash.

Dadnoun

an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk