1. • noun - the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical
   • verb - to incline or bend from a vertical position
   • verb - cause to lean or incline
   • verb - have a tendency or disposition to do or be something
   • verb - rely on for support
   • verb - cause to lean to the side
   • adj - lacking excess flesh
   • adj - lacking in mineral content or combustible material
   • adj - containing little excess
   • adj - not profitable or prosperous
2. • To bend or slant away from the vertical.
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   • To rely for assistance or support: Lean on me for help.
   • To have a tendency or preference: a government that leans toward fascism.
   • To exert pressure: The boss is leaning on us to meet the deadline.
   • To set or place so as to be resting or supported.
   • A tilt or an inclination away from the vertical.
   • Not fleshy or fat; thin.
   • Containing little or no fat.
   • Not productive or prosperous; meager: lean years.
   • Containing little excess or waste; spare: a lean budget.
   • Thrifty in management; economical: “Company leaders know their industries must be lean to survive” (Christian Science Monitor).
   • Low in mineral contents: lean ore.
   • Meat with little or no fat.
3. • adv - having little fat [adj LEANER, LEANEST] : LEANLY
   • v - to deviate from a vertical position

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