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What does “come to papa” mean?

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Rebecca

Usually said by a man, it is used in two situations. One, encouraging someone or something to approach the speaker. Second, hoping for good luck in cases of probability. Ex: Sweetie, come to papa! Ex: (Gambler rolling his dice) Come to papa!

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