Simple meaning
What does Lean mean?
Lean means to rest or bend toward one side or direction.
Dictionary definition
To rest or bend toward one side or direction.
Example sentences
Lean in a sentence
easy
In the story, the character used a lean to show a feeling.
medium
Our class discussed how the word lean describes body movement in a scene.
hard
The passage used lean to help readers understand the character's reaction without long explanation.
Synonyms
Words like Lean
motionmovement of the body or a body part
expressiona visible way to show a feeling or message
Antonyms
Opposite words
stillnesslittle or no movement
calmnessa steady state without visible reaction
Word family
Lean word family
Base word
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verb
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Practice 1
What does lean mean?
Lean is used to describe to rest or bend toward one side or direction.
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