Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

LEAN

(adj., noun, adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 10 meanings of the word Lean.

How to pronounce lean:

US

Lean - as an adjective

Lacking excess flesh

Example: "You can't be too rich or too thin"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
thin7

Lacking in mineral content or combustible material

Example: "Lean ore"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
rich9

Lean - as a noun

The property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical

Example: "The tower had a pronounced tilt"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inclination13leaning8list4tilt4

Lean - as an adjective satellite

Containing little excess

Example: "A lean budget"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
skimpy17

Not profitable or prosperous

Example: "A lean year"

Lean - as a verb

To incline or bend from a vertical position

Example: "She leaned over the banister"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
angle6slant5tilt4tip5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bend7flex14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cause to lean or incline

Example: "He leaned his rifle against the wall"

Have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined

Example: "She tends to be nervous before her lectures"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
be givenincline9run3tend5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
be4
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Rely on for support

Example: "We can lean on this man"

Cause to lean to the side

Example: "Erosion listed the old tree"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
list4

Example Sentences

"He had a lean physique due to his strict exercise routine."
"The chef trimmed off the fat, leaving only the lean meat."
"She prefers a lean cut of steak for her meals."
"The company advocates for lean manufacturing techniques."
"His lean of the bicycle caused him to lose balance and fall."
View more

Word Game Points

Is LEAN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lean is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LEAN has a SCRABBLE points total of 4.

Is LEAN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lean is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LEAN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.

Is LEAN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lean is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LEAN has a WORDFEUD points total of 4.

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen