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Definition of: hope
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(hōp) v. hoped, hop·ing v.t.
1. To desire with expectation of fulfilment: I hope to be able to join you.
2. To wish; want: I hope that you will be happy.
—v.i.
3. To have desire or expectation: usually with for: to hope for the best. See synonyms under ANTICIPATE, TRUST.
—noun
1. Desire accompanied by expectation.
2. The cause of hopeful expectation.
3. The thing confidently desired or hoped for.
—in hopes Having hope. See synonyms under TRUST. [OE hopa]
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