Bahasa Melayu
kemaruk
English
greedy, ravenous
Having a very strong desire for food or for more than one needs.
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Budak itu kemaruk ais krim selepas bermain di luar.
The child was ravenous for ice cream after playing outside.
Sikap kemaruk membuatkan dia mengambil lebih daripada bahagiannya.
His greed made him take more than his share.
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kemaruk
It can describe strong hunger or strong desire for more.
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