Meaning of lust in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ləst/

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1. Verb

   lust

   Definitions

   1. have a craving, appetite, or great desire for

2. Noun

   lust

   Etymology

   Old English (also in the sense ‘pleasure, delight’), of Germanic origin; related to Dutch lust and German Lust

   Definitions

   1. a strong sexual desire
3. 2. self-indulgent sexual desire (personified as one of the deadly sins)