Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lean
verb, adjective
/liːn/
Definition
To incline towards a direction or to rest against something for support.
Examples
- He had to lean against the wall to catch his breath.
- She prefers a lean diet with lots of vegetables.
- The project team adopted lean principles to improve workflow.
Meaning
In a physical context, to lean means to tilt or bend in a certain direction. In a broader sense, it can refer to an approach that prioritizes efficiency and the minimization of waste in various contexts such as management or production.
Synonyms
- tilt
- bend
- recline
- slant
- slim
