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Pronunciation /ˈmiː.nɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Meaning is a noun meaning The denotation, referent, or idea connected with a word, expression, or symbol.
Meaning
The denotation, referent, or idea connected with a word, expression, or symbol.
More Meanings
- The connotation associated with a word, expression, or symbol.
- The purpose, value, or significance (of something) beyond the fact of that thing's existence.
- (of a person's actions) Intention.
- present participle and gerund of mean
- Having a (specified) intention.
- Expressing some intention or significance; meaningful.
Example Sentences
Well/ill meaning.
the meaning of life
It was their meaning to take what they needed by strong hand.
The number of persons attending the vigil had a lot of meaning to the families.
Word Forms
- meanings
Synonyms for meaning
Depending on context, synonyms include acceptation, definition, parsing, sense, flavor, implication.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include signification, substance, significant, significance, meaningful, sense.
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