Crossword Genius

Want new date turning up over lunch with present essentially (9)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

neediness

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'want' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

I don't understand how the remainder of the clue works.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Other definitions for neediness that I've seen before include "Want" , "Insecurity" , "Poverty" , "Destitution" , "Wanting state" .)

I've seen this clue in The Hindu.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.