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Definition

To want or need food; to show signs of hunger.

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In Context

  • "Footman. Madam, Dinner's upon the Table. Col. Faith, I am glad of it; my Belly began to cry Cupboard."
  • "Let's see what prog we have for supper; the kettle has boiled long enough; my stomach cries cupboard; and I'll warrant our guest is in no mood to dally with his trencher."
  • "I'm rayther peckish — my stomick's bin a-crying cupboard for a hour past."