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Definition thirst in British English

thirst noun

noun
/θɜː(r)st/
1

the feeling that you are thirsty

Example

She drank and drank but couldn't quench her thirst.

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2

the state of not having enough to drink

Example

Villagers were nearly dying of thirst when water supplies arrived.

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3

a strong feeling of wanting to have or do something

Example

The materials are designed to satisfy young people's thirst for knowledge.

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Definition thirst in British English