thirst

thirst definition - medical

thirst (thûrst)

noun
  1. A sensation of dryness in the mouth and throat related to a need or desire to drink.
  2. The desire or need to drink.
verb
To feel a need to drink.

The American Heritage® Medical Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

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