ravenous
adjectiveExtremely hungry; figuratively, intensely eager to obtain something.
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Clear all filtersExtremely hungry; figuratively, intensely eager to obtain something.
Relating to the effective use of language; sometimes intended for effect without expecting a literal answer.
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