1. • noun - a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
   • noun - a reason for wanting something done
   • noun - the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.)
   • noun - a fixed charge for borrowing money
   • noun - (law) a right or legal share of something
   • noun - (usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims
   • noun - a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)
   • verb - excite the curiosity of
   • verb - be on the mind of
   • verb - be of importance or consequence
2. • A state of curiosity or concern about or attention to something: an interest in sports.
   • Something, such as a quality, a subject, or an activity, that evokes this mental state: counts the theater among his interests.
   • Often interests.
   • A right, claim, or legal share: an interest in the new company.
   • Something in which such a right, claim, or share is held: has interests overseas.
   • A person or group of persons holding such a right, claim, or share: a petroleum interest.
   • Involvement with or participation in something: She has an interest in the quality of her education.
   • A charge for a loan, usually a percentage of the amount loaned.
   • An excess or a bonus beyond what is expected or due.
   • An interest group.
   • The particular cause supported by an interest group.
   • To arouse the curiosity or hold the attention of: Your opinions interest me.
   • To cause to become involved or concerned with: tried to interest her in taking a walk.
   • To concern or affect.
3. • v - to engage the attention of

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