English · Common Verbs
mean
/miːn/
[/miːn/]
to intend or signify
Beginnerverb
Definition
To intend something, or to have a particular meaning or significance.
Example
What does this unusual word mean, and how would you use it in a normal sentence?
What does this unusual word mean, and how would you use it in a normal sentence?
Etymology
From Old English 'mǣnan' (to intend, signify).
How & Where It’s Used
Base form; the adjective 'mean' separately describes someone unkind.