Meaning & Definition of word "Longing"

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    Longing

    /ˈlɔːŋɪŋ/

    noun:

    • 1. A strong, persistent desire or craving, often for something that is absent or unattainable.
      • Example: She felt a deep longing for her childhood home after moving away.
    • 2. A yearning or desire for something or someone.
      • Example: His longing for companionship led him to join a local club.
    • 3. An emotional state characterized by a strong desire to reach or obtain something.
      • Example: The longing in his heart drove him to write poetry.

    verb:

    • 1. To have an intense desire or craving for something.
      • Example: They longed for freedom after years of oppression.
    • 2. To feel a strong, persistent desire for someone or something.
      • Example: She longed to travel the world and experience new cultures.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'longynge,' from Old English 'longian' meaning 'to long for.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    longing glance:

    A look that expresses a deep desire or yearning.

    longing gaze:

    A gaze that conveys a sense of desire or wistfulness.

    Related Words

    yearn:

    To have an intense feeling of longing for something.

    wistful:

    Having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing.

    desire:

    A strong feeling of wanting to have something.

    Slang Meanings of longing

    Meaning: Missing someone intensely.

    Example Sentence: I'm feeling real long today, missing my bestie.

    Meaning: A deep, unfulfilled wish.

    Example Sentence: That concert was amazing; I'm still longing for more of that music!