noun as in strong fondness

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Example:Étienne Bailly conducted extensive studies on the movement of the tides.

Definition:A French astronomer in the 18th century, known for his studies of the tides, the orbit of Halley's Comet, and the debris in cometary orbits.

From Étienne Bailly

Example:Jean-Baptiste-Béninoir Bailly worked to maintain order in Paris after the revolution.

Definition:A French astronomer and politician who served as the first mayor of Paris after the French Revolution.

From Jean-Baptiste-Béninoir Bailly