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Hankerin

Sounds like: HANGK-er-in regional Local / playful

Meaning

What it means

A craving, want, or strong desire for something.

Iggle is often heard in regional pronunciations, especially around local grocery or sports references.

Usage

Use it like this

“I have a hankerin for a hot sausage sammich.”
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