Definition: The word 'dodd' means "fanciful or fictitious" in Old English, which translates to "dear." In Bible times, it might have been a figurative term used for something that was not actually dear but was considered important. It meant someone who was well-liked and had much influence over others, often associated with status or wealth. The word is also used in the New Testament of the Bible to express the idea that Jesus loved and enjoyed what He did without any expectation from God, suggesting a sense of divine favor for His actions.