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lean
adjective(lean)
lacking excess flesh
Synonyms: thin,
Examples:
Yon Cassius has a lean and hungry look.
lean
noun(lean)
the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical
Synonyms: inclination, leaning, list, tilt,
lean
adjective(lean)
containing little excess
Synonyms: skimpy,
Examples:
A lean budget.
lean
verb(lean)
have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined
Synonyms: be given, incline, run, tend,
lean
verb(lean)
cause to lean to the side
Synonyms: list,
lean
verb(lean)
to incline or bend from a vertical position
Synonyms: angle, slant, tilt, tip,
Examples:
She leaned over the banister.
lean
verb(lean)
cause to lean or incline
Examples:
He leaned his rifle against the wall.
lean
adjective(lean)
not profitable or prosperous
Examples:
A lean year.
lean
verb(lean)
rely on for support
Examples:
We can lean on this man.
lean
(lean)
lacking in mineral content or combustible material
Antonyms: rich,
Examples:
Lean ore.
Lean fuel.

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