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thirst

1 thirst /ˈθɚst/ noun
1 thirst
/ˈθɚst/
noun
Britannica Dictionary definition of THIRST
: an uncomfortable feeling that is caused by the need for something to drink
[noncount]
[singular]
[noncount] : a very great need for something to drink
[singular] literary : a strong desire for something compare hunger
2 thirst /ˈθɚst/ verb
thirsts; thirsted; thirsting
2 thirst
/ˈθɚst/
verb
thirsts; thirsted; thirsting
Britannica Dictionary definition of THIRST
[no object] literary
: to have or feel a strong desire usually + after or for compare hunger