Need
(
verb
,
noun
)
(As a verb)
Need ( verb )
- To be in want of.
- To require for use or satisfaction.
- To be in need of.
- To have necessity for.
- To be obligated or compelled to.
Origin:
Middle english, from old english néodian; akin to old high german niutan to use, sanskrit nādoti he bends.
Examples:
- She needs a new dress.
- The engine needs oil.
- I need your help.
- They need water.
- She needs him.
(As a noun)
Need ( noun )
- To be in want of.
- To require for use or satisfaction.
- To be in need of.
- To have necessity for.
- To be obligated or compelled to.
Origin:
Middle english, from old english néodian; akin to old high german niutan to use, sanskrit nādoti he bends.
Examples:
- She needs a new dress.
- The engine needs oil.
- I need your help.
- They need water.
- She needs him.