craving — an intense desire for something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an intense desire for something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkreɪvɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 강렬한 갈망, 열망
Korean pronunciation: **크레**이빙
Example Sentences
- After three days of dieting, John's craving for pizza was so intense he dreamed about pepperoni.
- Her craving for adventure led her to quit her boring office job and become a travel blogger.
- Pregnant women often experience strange cravings, like pickles with ice cream at 3 AM.
craving
NOUN//ˈkreɪvɪŋ//
an intense desire for something
A person shows intense craving for fresh pastries through the bakery window
Craving sweets while waving goodbye to saving!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'craven', related to Old Norse 'krafan' meaning 'to demand' or 'to ask for'. The word evolved to mean an intense or urgent desire for something.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“After three days of dieting, John's craving for pizza was so intense he dreamed about pepperoni.”
“Her craving for adventure led her to quit her boring office job and become a travel blogger.”
“Pregnant women often experience strange cravings, like pickles with ice cream at 3 AM.”
“His craving for knowledge made him read three books a week, even during vacation.”
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