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thirsty

/ˈθɜːrsti/

[/ˈθɜːrsti/]

needing to drink

Beginneradjective

Definition

Thirsty means feeling that you need or want to drink.

Example

After the run, I felt very thirsty.

After the run, I felt very thirsty.

Etymology

From Old English 'thurstig', from 'thurst' meaning thirst.

How & Where It’s Used

Common adjective for the need to drink.

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