Dad, affectionately Crossword Clue

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

AFFECTIONATELY (adverb)
1. with affection
DAD (noun)
1. an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk

Hint 2: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
ALMOND

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