Associations to the word «Hankering»

Wiktionary

HANKERING, verb. Present participle of hanker
HANKERING, noun. (often followed by for or after) A strong, restless desire, longing, or mental inclination.

Dictionary definition

HANKERING, noun. A yearning for something or to do something.

Wise words

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Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.