Definition of Glean
Glean
gle·an
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To gather or collect information or material bit by bit.
e.g. The researcher had to glean data from multiple sources to complete the study.
(verb)
to find out something, often by gathering the information gradually in small increments;
e.g. From overhearing snatches of their conversation, she was able to glean what they were looking for.
(verb)
in historical usage, to gather the grain or produce that is left over after a harvest;
e.g. The farmers were allowed to glean the remaining grain for their personal use.
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