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

adjective

1. essential

   a must-have fashion accessory

Word History and Origins

Origin of must-have¹

First recorded in 1835–40; noun use of verb phrase must have

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