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slaking


Meanings
  • The act of satisfying a strong desire or need, especially for food or drink.

    - "After a long day of hiking, I couldn't wait to slake my thirst with a cool glass of water."
    - "After a hard day's work, there's nothing better than slaking one's appetite with a hearty meal."

Synonyms

extinguish , quench
Rhymes
Words rhyming with slaking
ake , bake , cake , fake , make , sake , take
Homophones
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  1. slake (v) - to satisfy a desire or need; slake (n) - a state of being satisfied or content; slaking - the act of satisfying a desire or need


Variants
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slake , slaked , slakes , slaking
Forms
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Slake (v) - to satisfy a desire or need; Slake (n) - a state of being satisfied or content; Slaking (adj) - the act of satisfying a desire or need; Slakeless (adj) - lacking the ability to satisfy a desire or need


Etymology
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The word 'slaking' is derived from the Old English word 'slacian', which means 'to satisfy a desire or need'.


Related Concepts
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  1. Thirst Quencher: A substance or object that effectively satisfies one's thirst. Examples include water, sports drinks, and icy beverages.

  2. Hunger Satisfier: A substance or object that effectively satisfies one's hunger. Examples include a nutritious meal, a satisfying snack, or a flavorful beverage.

  3. Desire Fulfiller: A person, object, or experience that effectively satisfies one's desires. Examples include a romantic partner, a cherished possession, or an exhilarating adventure.


Culture
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In various cultures and literature, the concept of 'slaking' or satisfying a desire or need has been explored extensively. For instance, in ancient Greek literature, there are numerous instances of heroes seeking to slake their thirst or hunger, often with the help of divine intervention or the assistance of loyal companions.

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