1. noun /niːd/
a) A requirement for something.
Theres no need to speculate; we can easily find out for sure.
b) Something required.
She grew irritated with his constant need for attention.
2. verb /niːd/
a) To have an absolute requirement for.
More ample spirit, then hitherto was wount, / Here needes me [...].
b) To want strongly; to feel that one must have something.
Living things need water to survive.
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