Meaning of craving in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈkreɪvɪŋ/

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  1. Noun

    craving

    Definitions

    1. an intense desire for some particular thing

    Derived terms

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