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HANKERING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Hankering.

Hankering - as a noun

A yearning for something or to do something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
yen

Hankering - as a verb

To crave, want or desire.

Example: "If you hanker for chocolate, you'll like this fudge recipe."

Example Sentences

"I have a hankering for some ice cream."
"She had a sudden hankering for adventure."
"His hankering for fame led him to pursue a career in acting."
"I can't resist my hankering for a slice of pizza."
"After a long day at work, I had a hankering for a relaxing bath."
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Word Game Points

Is HANKERING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hankering is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HANKERING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is HANKERING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hankering is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HANKERING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is HANKERING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hankering is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HANKERING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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