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