longing
UK/'lɒŋiŋ/US
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Definitions
n.
A deep, persistent desire or yearning for something.
渴望；热望；憧憬
adj.
Showing or expressing a deep desire for something.
渴望的；热切的
Root Breakdown
Native Englishlongingother
=longing
Common Collocations
- 1.deep longing深深的渴望
- 2.longing for对...的渴望
Example Sentences
- 1.
She gazed out the window with a longing for adventure.