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Meaning ofleanin English

lean

Pluralleans
Comparative Adjectiveleaner
Superlative Adjectiveleanest
Past Tenseleaned
Past Participleleant
Participle Verbleaning
Third Person Singularleans

Definitions

Verb
1. to incline or bend from vertical
  The tree started to lean towards the east due to the strong wind.
2. to rest or rely on something
  She likes to lean against the wall when she's feeling tired.
3. to rest or rely on something
  She likes to lean on her friends when she's going through a tough time.
Adjective
1. slim; having little flesh
  The lean athlete ran quickly around the track.
2. low in fat; less fatty
  The doctor recommended a lean diet to help lower cholesterol levels.
3. scanty; lacking excess
  The company is experiencing lean times financially.
4. low in desired substance; diluted
  The lean mixture of gasoline and air helped the engine run more efficiently.
5. efficient; minimized resources (in business)
  The company implemented lean manufacturing processes to reduce waste and costs.