wish

/wɪʃ/ · noun

Meaning

A desire, hope, or longing for something or for something to happen.
An expression of such a desire, often connected with ideas of magic and supernatural power.
The thing desired or longed for.
A water meadow.
To desire; to want.
To hope (+ object clause with may or in present subjunctive).
(followed by for) To hope (for a particular outcome).
(ditransitive) To bestow (a thought or gesture) towards (someone or something).
(followed by to and an infinitive) To request or desire to do an activity.
To recommend; to seek confidence or favour on behalf of.

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