LEAN

Definition of LEAN

  1. (verb)to incline or bend from a vertical position
  2. (verb)cause to lean or incline
  3. (verb)have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined
  4. (verb)rely on for support
  5. (verb)cause to lean to the side
  6. (noun)the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical
  7. (adj)lacking excess flesh
  8. (adj)lacking in mineral content or combustible material
  9. (adj)containing little excess
  10. (adj)not profitable or prosperous