lean
What is the Definition of lean?
Noun:
- the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical
Verb:
- to incline or bend from a vertical position
- cause to lean or incline
- have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined
- rely on for support
- cause to lean to the side
Adjective:
- lacking excess flesh
- lacking in mineral content or combustible material
- containing little excess
- not profitable or prosperous
How can I use lean in a sentence?
He did look very green, and when the cart stopped at last beside a small door in the passage wall, Hagrid got out and had to lean against the wall to stop his knees from trembling.
Lean against the wall if you’re tired. - Прислонись к стене, если устал.
I prefer lean meat for dinner. - Я предпочитаю постное мясо на ужин.
Other meanings of lean (synonyms, cognates).
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