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thirst

B1 noun
gen /θeːst/

Các nghĩa

  1. khát

    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.

    countable · uncountable

    We developed a great thirst during our hike.

  2. cơn khát

    The condition producing the sensation of thirst.

    countable · uncountable

    If you go out in the desert for long without water, the thirst can drive you mad.

  3. sự khao khát, niềm khát khao

    A want and eager desire (for something); a craving or longing.

    countable · figuratively · uncountable

    She had a real thirst for news and that greatly helped her career.

  4. sự ham muốn tình dục

    Sexual lust.

    countable · figuratively · uncountable

    He had a thirst for her and she had the same for him.

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