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Meaning

1. Meaning 1 · noun

   A desire, hope, or longing for something or for something to happen.

2. Meaning 2 · noun

   An expression of such a desire, often connected with ideas of magic and supernatural power.

3. Meaning 3 · noun

   The thing desired or longed for.

   “My dearest wish is to see them happily married.”

4. Meaning 4 · noun

   A water meadow.

5. Meaning 5 · verb

   To desire; to want.

   “I'll come tomorrow, if you wish it.”

6. Meaning 6 · verb

   To hope (+ object clause with may or in present subjunctive).

7. Meaning 7 · verb

   (followed by for) To hope (for a particular outcome).

8. Meaning 8 · verb

   (ditransitive) To bestow (a thought or gesture) towards (someone or something).

   “We wish you a Merry Christmas.”

9. Meaning 9 · verb

   (followed by to and an infinitive) To request or desire to do an activity.

10. Meaning 10 · verb

    To recommend; to seek confidence or favour on behalf of.

How this word is used

• General “My dearest wish is to see them happily married.”
• Everyday “I'll come tomorrow, if you wish it.”
• General “We wish you a Merry Christmas.”

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