Definition of Mean
Mean
mean
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to intend something to be the case;
e.g. When the dog licks you he means to show you affection and love.
(verb)
to signify or intend to communicate;
e.g. He's very ambitious, and I mean that as a compliment.
(adjective)
characterized by pettiness or malice;
e.g. He is a very mean person.
(adjective)
stingy and not generous;
e.g. He is very mean with his money, he never spoils his children.
(adjective)
occupying a position that is in the middle or midway of extremes; average;
e.g. The mean temperature here is 50 degrees.
(adjective)
excellent;
e.g. I can cook a mean Thanksgiving meal!
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