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According to WordNet, the noun "interest" has 7 sense(s).
105143077 a reason for wanting something done; "for your sake"; "died for the sake of his country"; "in the interest of safety"; "in the common interest".
105192451 the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.); "they said nothing of great interest"; "primary colors can add interest to a room".
107968702 (usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims; "the iron interests stepped up production".
113286801 (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something; "they have interests all over the world"; "a stake in the company's future".
100431552 a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly); "sailing is her favorite pastime"; "his main pastime is gambling"; "he counts reading among his interests"; "they criticized the boy for his limited pursuits".
