want for nothing
want for nothing
To be in no great need of anything; to not lack anything, whether a necessity or a comfort. We weren't rich or anything growing up, but we were happy, healthy, and wanted for nothing. I always figured someone earning that much money would want for nothing, but I guess there are some things money can't buy.
See also: nothing, want
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
want for nothing
Fig. not to lack anything; to have everything one needs or desires. The Smiths don't have much money, but their children seem to want for nothing. Lisa's husband spoils her. She wants for nothing.
See also: nothing, want
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
want for nothing
Not lack any necessities or comforts, as in He saw to it that his mother wanted for nothing. This term uses want in the sense of "lack." "Mid-1600s"
See also: nothing, want
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
want for ˈnothing
have everything you need or want: They both earn good salaries so their children want for nothing.See also: nothing, want
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- anything/nothing/something like that
- anything like that
- anything but
- anything
- anything in it for (one)
- keep
- keep (one's) peace
- hold one's peace
- hold peace
- hold your peace/tongue