Emily Dickinson Lexicon

LUST, n. [Sax. lust; G. D. and Sw. lust; Dan. lyst; Ir. lasadh, lust, and a burning. The primary sense is to extend, reach, expand, to stretch forward. It is the same as list.]

1. Longing desire; eagerness to possess or enjoy; as, the lust of gain. My lust shall be satisfied upon them. – Exod. xv.
2. Concupiscence; carnal appetite; unlawful desire of carnal pleasure. – Rom. i. 2 Pet. ii.
3. Evil propensity; depraved affections and desires. – James i. Ps. viii.
4. Vigor; active power. [Not used.] – Bacon.