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must-have

[muhst-hav]

noun

  1. something considered absolutely necessary or essential to own.

    This cookbook is a must-have for chocolate lovers.



adjective

  1. essential to own.

    a must-have black cocktail dress.

must-have

noun

  1. an essential possession

    the mobile phone is now a must-have for children

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

adjective

  1. essential

    a must-have fashion accessory

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of must-have1

First recorded in 1835–40; noun use of verb phrase must have
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For Dodgers fans, the must-have souvenir from last year’s World Series was not a cap or T-shirt commemorating the team’s championship.

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A must-have guide for fans of Midcentury design, iconic restaurants, vintage history and unforgettable adventures.

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Back in March, I spoke with Celine Beitchman, Director of Nutrition at the Institute of Culinary Education’s New York City campus, about spring’s must-have farmers market find.

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Corners are in vogue at the moment and the set-piece coach is the new must-have accessory.

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Air fryers were also added, but hand sanitiser - a must-have of the Covid years - was taken out.

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