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yearn

verb/ɐ̃ˈsɐj.ɐ̃w̃/medium

an·sei·am

Definition

Third-person plural present indicative of the verb 'to yearn'. They feel an intense desire, a longing, or great expectation for something.
The parents yearn for the return of their son who is abroad.
Fans eagerly await the release of the band's new album.
Common collocations
yearn forlong to seeeagerly await

Etymology

Do latim 'ansiāre'.

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