mean

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UK /mi:n/

A1TOEIC
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Average of a set of numbers
The mean of 2 plus 3 is 2.5
v.t./i.Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)To express a particular idea or thought
Did you mean to get so cross with her over her school report?
adj.AdjectiveBeing good at
He’s a mean player of chess
v.t./i.Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)To intend to do something in particular
They mean to buy a house in that area
v.t./i.Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)To have a particular meaning or value
'Inexpensive' and 'Cheap' both mean 'not costing a lot of money'
adj.AdjectiveNasty; unkind
Don’t be so mean. Why are you taking Amy’s toys?
adj.AdjectiveNot liking to spend money; cheap; stingy
She was a mean woman because she was afraid of being poor
adj.AdjectiveCalculated as the average of a set of numbers.
The mean temperature for July is 25 degrees Celsius.
adj.AdjectivePoor in quality and appearance; shabby.
He lives in a mean little apartment.
n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A method, course of action, or instrument by which something can be accomplished.
He has the means to buy a new car.
v.t./i.Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)To have importance.
Your support means a lot to me.

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