1 a : to slant or cause to slant or bend from an upright position the tree leans to one side lean a ladder against a wall b : to cast one's weight to one side for support

Leanness means eliminating all waste, including time, and ensuring a smooth and predictable output. Moving down the hallway, he leaned against the wall for better stability on his stumps. …

to incline or bend from a vertical position. She leaned out the window. to incline, as in a particular direction; slant. The post leans to the left. The building leaned sharply before renovation. to …

To rely for assistance or support: Lean on me for help. 4. To have a tendency or preference: a government that leans toward fascism. 5. Informal To exert pressure: The boss is leaning on …

to bend or tilt (the body) from a vertical position: [no object] She leaned out the window. [~ + object] He leaned his head forward. to bend or slant in a particular direction: [no object] The …

Definition of lean verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Dec 14, 2025 · lean (plural leans) (of an object taller than its width and depth) An inclination away from the vertical.

an independent presidential candidate who leans toward the Democrats and their views

She leans forward, clearly slightly worried that things have become a little too dour.

Lean definition: To bend or slant away from the vertical.