lean on

/lˈiːn ˈɒn/

/lˈiːn ˈɑːn/

to lean on

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: lean]

to rely on something, such as a wall, for support

*** to try to make someone do what you want by threatening or persuading them

Examples

1. She leaned on the fence and watched the sunset.

2. He leaned on the table with his elbow while listening to the conversation.

3. Being married means having someone to lean on during difficult times.

4. Lean on me.