Definition of darlings:
(n) :
Often used as an affectionate term of address: a person who is very dear to one.
(n) :
A person who is kind, sweet, etc., and thus lovable; a pet, a sweetheart; also, an animal or thing which is cute and lovable.
(n) :
A favourite.
(n) :
(by extension) A person (often a woman) or thing that is very popular with a certain group of people.
(adj) :
Very dear; beloved, cherished, favourite.
(adj) :
(affected) Very cute or lovable; adorable, charming, sweet.