curiosity

US /ˌkjʊriˈɑsɪti/

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UK /ˌkjʊərɪ'ɒsətɪ/

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noun

  • Something unusual and perhaps worthy of collecting
  • Eager desire to learn more about something

Examples

‘Why do you ask?’ ‘Mere curiosity.’

Harry's curiosity got the better of him and he unlocked the cupboard