THIRST
/ΞΈΙΛst/
9
Scrabble
8
WWF
T(1) H(4) I(1) R(1) S(1) T(1)
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Definition
/ΞΈΙΛst/
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”
verb
- To be thirsty.
- (usually followed by "for") To desire vehemently.“I thirst for knowledge and education will sate me.”
Source: Wiktionary
