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Synonyms
cher·ish (chĕŕĭsh)

[Middle English cherishen, from Old French cherir, cheriss-, from cher, dear, from Latin cārus.]

transitive verb: -ished, -ish·ing, -ish·es. 

  1. To treat with affection and tenderness; hold dear: cherish one's family; fine rugs that are cherished by their owners.
  2. To keep fondly in mind; entertain: cherish a memory. See synonyms at appreciate

derivatives

cheŕish·a·ble
noun
cheŕish·er
noun