Desire
(De*sire"),
n. [F. dˇsir, fr. dˇsirer.
See Desire, v. t.]
1. The natural longing that is excited by the enjoyment or the thought of any
good, and impels to action or effort its continuance or possession; an eager
wish to obtain or enjoy. "Unspeakable desire to see and know." Milton.
2. An expressed wish; a request; petition. "And slowly was my mother brought
To yield consent to my desire." Tennyson. 3. Anything which is desired; an object
of longing. "The Desire of all nations shall come." Hag. ii. 7. 4. Excessive
or morbid longing; lust; appetite. 5. Grief; regret. [Obs.] Chapman.
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