Dictionary definition · wish
noun
- a specific feeling of desire"he got his wish"
- an expression of some desire or inclination"I could tell that it was his wish that the guests leave"
- (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare"give him my kind regards"
- the particular preference that you have"it was his last wish"
verb
- to hope, to desire or to prefer to have something, or to do something"Do you care to try this dish?"
- make or express a wish"I wish that Christmas were over"
- feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of
- order politely; express a wish for
- invoke upon"wish you a nice evening"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).