willing
Pronunciation:
/ˈwɪlɪŋ/verb
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To wish, desire.
To instruct (that something be done) in one's will.
To try to make (something) happen by using one's will (intention).
Example: All the fans were willing their team to win the game.
To bequeath (something) to someone in one's will (legal document).
Example: He willed his stamp collection to the local museum.
noun
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The execution of a will.
adjective
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Ready to do something that is not (can't be expected as) a matter of course.
Example: If my boyfriend isn't willing to change his drinking habits, I will split up with him.