Search
to lean
01
to bend from a straight position typically to rest the body against something for support
02
to have a tendency to choose or support something
03
to depend on for support, guidance, or inspiration
04
to cause or allow something to rest against another object
lean
02
(of meat) containing a small or no amount of fat
03
lacking in mineral content or combustible material
04
not profitable or prosperous
05
containing little excess
Lean
01
the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical
Example
The committee has leaned to the recommendation of the independent consultant.
The political current in the country is leaning toward more progressive policies.
He leaned up against the wall.
The gardener leaned the rake against the shed after finishing the yard work.
She leaned forward for a smooth toeside turn.
