What is the meaning of must?

noun

  • A necessary or essential thing.
    • usage: "seat belts are an absolute must"
  • Grape juice before or during fermentation.
  • The quality of smelling or tasting old or stale or mouldy.

adjective

  • Highly recommended.
    • usage: "a book that is must reading"
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