for (the) want of
Definition of for (the) want of
: because of not having (something) : because (something) does not exist or is not available For want of a better name, let's call it “Operation One.” People are dying for want of medical treatment. The project failed for the want of adequate funding.
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: to be needy or destitute
: to have or feel need
: to be necessary or needed
: deficiency, lack
: grave and extreme poverty that deprives one of the necessities of life
: something wanted : need, desire
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