craves

crave

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Definitions of craves word

verb with object craves to long for; want greatly; desire eagerly: to crave sweets; to crave affection. 1
verb with object craves to require; need: a problem craving prompt attention. 1
verb with object craves to ask earnestly for (something); beg for. 1
verb with object craves to ask (a person) earnestly for something or to do something. 1
verb without object craves to beg or plead (usually followed by for). 1
noun craves Third-person singular simple present indicative form of crave. 1

before 1000

One of the 6% oldest English words

before 1000; Middle English craven, Old English crafian; akin to Old Norse krefja to demand, lay claim to

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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