thirst
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/θɜːst/
English
Definitions
noun
- A sensation of dryness in the throat associated with a craving for liquids, produced by deprivation of drink, or by some other cause (such as fear, excitement, etc.) which spots the secretion of the pharyngeal mucous membrane
- The condition producing the sensation of thirst.
- A want and eager desire (for something); a craving or longing.“a thirst for gold”
- Sexual lust
verb
- To be thirsty.
- (usually followed by "for") To desire vehemently.“I thirst for knowledge and education will sate me.”
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Synonyms
cravinglonginghungerstarvelustcravedehydrationdrynessthirstysudquenchingappetitedrinkdrinkingquencheranxietytoucheagerness