thirst

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Synonyms: athirst, thurst, hirst, thirsk, chirst

Antonyms: athirst, thurst, hirst, thirsk, chirst

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Noun

1. {{sid|en|Q474187}} 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 stops the secretion of the [[pharyngeal]] [[mucous membrane]].
2. The condition producing the sensation of thirst.
3. {{lb|en|figuratively}} A want and eager desire (for something); a [[craving]] or [[longing]].
4. {{lb|en|figuratively}} {{cap|sexual}} [[lust]].

Verb

1. {{lb|en|intransitive}} To [[be]] [[thirsty]].
2. {{lb|en|intransitive|usually followed by "for"}} To [[desire]] vehemently.

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