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mean [ˈmiːn]

1 mean verb
  • to have (a particular meaning)
  • to want or intend to express (a particular idea or meaning)
  • to have (something) in your mind as a purpose or goal —often followed by to + verb
2 mean adjective
  • not kind to people : cruel or harsh
  • very dangerous : vicious
  • not liking to spend money : stingy cheap
3 mean adjective
  • occurring exactly between the highest and lowest number : average
4 mean noun
  • average:1
  • a middle point between two things