n. A dearly beloved person.n. One that is greatly liked or preferred; a favorite: "the pride and vanity of the rich, the darlings of fate” ( Mario Puzo). adj. Dearly beloved.adj. Regarded with special favor; favorite: "Metaphysics and poetry . . . are my darling studies” ( Samuel Taylor Coleridge). adj. Informal Charming or amusing: a darling hat.