Definitions
To require something or lack something necessary.
Word origin
From Middle English neden, from Old English nēodian.
Used in a sentence
“There's no need to speculate; we can easily find out for sure.”
“She grew irritated with his constant need for attention.”
“Our needs are not being met.”
Source: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0
Used as a crossword answer2 curated clues
01“Essential requirement”4 letters
02“Lack something essential”4 letters
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