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Lust Definition & Meaning

lust
noun
  1. a strong sexual desire
  2. self-indulgent sexual desire (personified as one of the deadly sins)
verb
  1. have a craving, appetite, or great desire for

"Lust" in song lyrics

See how lust is used in real songs:

  • "It ain't love, it must be lust"
    2 Live Crew — Skeeta Man
  • "Control your material lust"
    60 Second Assassin f/ Phillie, Prodigal Sunn — Love Burns
  • "cuz my heart says love but my mind say lust"
    69 Boyz — Strip Club Luv

Usage tips for "lust"

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Frequently asked questions

What does lust mean?
a strong sexual desire self-indulgent sexual desire (personified as one of the deadly sins) have a craving, appetite, or great desire for
What part of speech is lust?
Lust is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does lust have?
Lust has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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