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/wɒnt/
Meaning & Definition
noun
a desire for something.
His want for success drove him to work hard.
a lack of something.
In want of food, they searched for a marketplace.
something that is desired.
It was a want that kept her awake at night.
verb
to desire something or wish for something.
I want to go to the beach this weekend.
to have a strong desire or craving for something.
She wants a new bicycle for her birthday.
to lack or need something.
He wants for nothing after his recent promotion.
to wish to do something.
They want to travel the world together.
Etymology
Middle English 'wanter', from Old Norse 'vanta', meaning 'to be lacking'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
want for nothing:
to have everything one needs or desires
want something badly:
to desire something intensely
want to be left alone:
to desire solitude or personal space
Related Words
Slang Meanings
wanna
I wanna go to the movies tonight.
wantsies
I have some wantsies for the latest tech gadgets.