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noun
The state or characteristic of being in need; neediness.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: rare
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noun
A circumstance or event which is necessary or unavoidable, especially because it is a requirement of a social role or natural state of affairs.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: rare
Qualifier: usually pluralized
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noun
Necessity.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: rare
Topics: human-sciences, philosophy, sciences
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noun
A relation or connection between people or things.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: archaic
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History
From Latin necessitūdō, from necesse + -tūdō, from ne- + cessus.
