Meaning Of The Word Longing

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Longing Meaning

Longing Definition
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What's The Definition Of Longing?

longing
If you feel longing or a longing for something, you have a rather sad feeling because you want it very much.

longing in American English
feeling or showing a yearning
strong desire; yearning
adjective: having or characterized by persistent or earnest desire
noun: strong, persistent desire or craving, esp. for something unattainable or distant

longing in British English
adjective: having or showing desire or need
noun: a prolonged unfulfilled desire or need

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