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The medium, method, or instrument used to obtain a result or achieve an end
“I would say half of an hour, but without a means of measuring time with me, I couldn't be sure.”
Money, resources or income
“She doesn't have the means to support herself.”
Wealth or substantial resources
“You have had the means to live comfortably for quite some time now.”
A means of attaining an end, especially one that is convenient but possibly improper or immoral
The plans and methods used to achieve a particular short-term aim
The technical equipment or machinery needed for a particular activity or purpose
The necessities of life and the means by which one secures this
Income, typically derived from an investment or business
That which attends, or relates to, or in some way affects, a fact or event
An amount or thing supplied or provided
The power or ability to do something
Means to an end
A structure that complements or supplements something else
One's lifestyle in terms of material comfort or affluence
An element or circumstance contributing to a result
A way or course taken in getting from a starting point to a destination
Systems or services facilitating information exchange
Assets, resources or cash available for immediate use
The way, means or right of entering or participating in
A paid position of regular employment
Elements or circumstances contributing to a result
Plural for a state equally removed from two opposite extremes
“Based on your moderate level of physical activity, you will need to find a mean between going too low, and too high, on carbohydrates.”
Signifies or conveys (an idea or object)
“The refrigerator is almost empty, which will mean I have to go shopping for groceries again.”
To have intentions for a given outcome
“Cersei and Jaime probably didn't mean to have kids, but that's how it happened to pan out.”
(usually used in past participle form) To design or destine for a particular purpose
“The provision which I mean for him will be a humble one, and he will need to rely upon his own efforts.”
To have as a consequence or result
“The expected boom in the economy will mean greater prosperity for everyone.”
To have as a necessity due to a given circumstance
“The impending deadline will mean us having to work harder than ever to meet it.”
To be important (to)
“It would mean a lot to me if you agreed to be my bridesmaid at my wedding.”
To foretell based on available information
“When the clouds are dark and heavy, that will mean an approaching storm.”
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