v. craved, crav·ing, craves v.tr. 1. To have an intense desire for. See Synonyms at desire. 2. To beg earnestly for: Your Honor, I crave the court's indulgence in this matter. v.intr. To have an intense desire for something [Middle English craven, from Old English crafian, to beg.] craver n. craving·ly adv. |
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