the particular preference that you have; "it was his last wish"; "they should respect the wishes of the people";
(usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone''s welfare; "give him my kind regards"; "my best wishes";
an expression of some desire or inclination; "I could tell that it was his wish that the guests leave"; "his crying was an indirect request for attention";
a specific feeling of desire; "he got his wish"; "he was above all wishing and desire";
have in mind; "I will take the exam tomorrow";
invoke upon; "wish you a nice evening"; "bid farewell";
order politely; express a wish for;
make or express a wish; "I wish that Christmas were over";
hope for; have a wish; "I wish I could go home now";
feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of;
prefer or wish to do something; "Do you care to try this dish?"; "Would you like to come along to the movies?";
