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Old English lust, meaning pleasure, joy. Compare the German Lust, which has the same meaning.

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The word "lust" comes from Middle English "lust," meaning desire, pleasure or joy. It has roots in Old English and Old High German, both with similar meanings related to desire and pleasure.

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