(archaic in general sense) An act of dealing or sharing out. / (card games) The distribution of cards to players; a player's turn for this.

(uncountable) Wood that is easy to saw (from conifers such as pine or fir). / (countable) A plank of softwood (fir or pine board).

Made of deal.

(Australia, simile, informal) Very dry, extremely dry. / (Australia, simile, informal) Very thirsty.

(UK) High in price; expensive. / Loved; lovable. / Lovely; kind. / Loving, affectionate, heartfelt / Precious to or greatly valued by someone.

A very kind, loving person. / A beloved person. / An affectionate, familiar term of address, such as used between husband and wife. / An elderly person, especially a woman.

(obsolete) To endear.

Dearly; at a high price.

(dated) Indicating surprise, pity, or disapproval.

Severe, or severely affected; sore. / (obsolete) Fierce.