A deep and intense desire or yearning for something or someone that is absent or out of reach. See example sentences, synonyms, and etymology for the noun longing.

The meaning of LONGING is a strong desire especially for something unattainable : craving. How to use longing in a sentence.

Add to word list a strong desire: a longing for peace and quiet (Definition of longing from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary Β© Cambridge University Press)

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LONGING definition: strong, persistent desire or craving, especially for something unattainable or distant. See examples of longing used in a sentence.

Definition of longing noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

longβ€’ing (ˈlΙ”Ε‹ ΙͺΕ‹, ˈlΙ’Ε‹-) n. 1. strong, persistent desire or craving, esp. for something unattainable or distant: filled with longing for home. 2. an instance of this: a sudden longing to see old friends.

strong, persistent desire or craving, esp. for something unattainable or distant: filled with longing for home. an instance of this: a sudden longing to see old friends.

LONGING meaning: a strong desire for something or someone often + for often followed by to + verb

A longing is a strong feeling of need or desire for someone or something. If you're stuck in detention and all of your friends are outside enjoying a sunny day, you might be looking out the window with longing.

LONGING meaning: a strong desire for something or someone often + for often followed by to + verb

A longing is a strong feeling of need or desire for someone or something. If you're stuck in detention and all of your friends are outside enjoying a sunny day, you might be looking out the window with longing.

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