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hankering
What does hankering mean?
A persistent desire or yearning, especially for food. "A hankering for" something.
"I've got a powerful hankering for some peach cobbler."
Origin
From "hanker" (c. 1600), probably from Flemish "hankeren"/Dutch "hunkeren" (to long for), related to "hang"—the notion of lingering with longing.
Frequently asked questions
What does hankering mean?
A hankering is a strong craving or longing, especially for food, as in 'a hankering for peach cobbler.'
How do you use hankering?
It usually takes 'for,' as in 'I've got a powerful hankering for some barbecue.'
Where does hankering come from?
It comes from 'hanker' (around 1600), probably from Flemish 'hankeren' or Dutch 'hunkeren' (to long for), related to 'hang.'
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