<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>a sensation of dryness in the mouth and throat caused by need of liquid</li><li>the physical condition resulting from this need, in any of various degrees</li><li>strong or eager desire; craving</li><li>a thirst for knowledge</li></ul><p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>used without object</li><li>to feel thirst; be thirsty</li><li>to have a strong desire</li></ul>