doting Definition

dote
verb

intr
doted, doting
1. To be foolish or weak-minded especially because of old age.

Derivative: doting
adj

Foolishly or excessively fond of someone.
Thesaurus: fond, devoted, indulgent, soft, adoring.

Etymology: 15c in this sense; 13c meaning ‘to act or talk foolishly': from Dutch doten to be silly.

Phrasal Verb: dote on or upon someone or something

To show a foolishly excessive fondness for them.