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to lean
01
to bend from a straight position typically to rest the body against something for support
Intransitive: to lean against sth | to lean on sth
Examples
Feeling tired after the hike, she decided to lean against the tree to catch her breath.
The construction worker took a break and leaned on the scaffolding, surveying the progress of the building.
02
to have a tendency to choose or support something
Intransitive: to lean toward a specific option
Examples
She leans politically to the left.
I lean toward taking the earlier flight to avoid traffic.
03
to depend on for support, guidance, or inspiration
Transitive: to lean on sb/sth
Examples
During challenging times, she would lean on her friends for emotional support.
In times of uncertainty, many people lean on their faith or spirituality for guidance.
04
to cause or allow something to rest against another object
Transitive: to lean sth against sth
Examples
She leaned her bike against the fence before entering the store.
The artist carefully leaned the canvas against the easel, preparing to start painting.
lean
01
(of a person or animal) thin and fit in a way that looks healthy, often with well-defined muscles and minimal body fat
Examples
The athlete had a lean physique, with sculpted muscles and low body fat.
Despite his age, he maintained a lean and healthy appearance through regular exercise.
02
(of meat) containing a small or no amount of fat
Examples
He opted for lean ground turkey instead of beef for a healthier burger option.
She enjoyed a lean cut of grilled chicken breast, low in fat and high in protein.
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
02
a recreational drink made from codeine-laced promethazine syrup, often mixed with soda and candy
SlangExamples
He sipped lean while listening to his favorite tracks.
Some people mix cough syrup with soda to make lean.
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