1. (n.) An uneasy sensation occasioned normally by the want of food; a craving or desire for food.

2. (n.) Any strong eager desire.

3. (n.) To feel the craving or uneasiness occasioned by want of food; to be oppressed by hunger.

4. (n.) To have an eager desire; to long.

5. (v. t.) To make hungry; to famish.

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