Means: meaning, definitions and examples

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means

[ miːnz ]

^{Context #1}

way of achieving something

Means refer to a method, course of action, or instrument by which something can be accomplished or achieved.

Synonyms

instrument, method, way

Examples of usage

Education is a means to improve one's knowledge and skills.
Hard work is the means to achieve success in life.

^{Context #2}

financial resources

Means also refer to financial resources or assets that can be used to achieve a particular end.

Synonyms

assets, money, resources

Examples of usage

He does not have the means to afford a luxurious lifestyle.
The company lacks the means to expand its operations.

^{Context #3}

intend or be intended to convey a particular meaning

Means can also mean intend or be intended to convey a particular meaning.

Synonyms

denote, indicate, signify

Examples of usage

His silence means that he is not happy with the decision.
The color red means danger in many cultures.

Translations

Translations of the word "means" in other languages:

🇵🇹 significa

🇮🇳 का अर्थ है

🇩🇪 bedeutet

🇮🇩 berarti

🇺🇦 означає

🇵🇱 oznacza

🇯🇵 意味する (imisuru)

🇫🇷 signifie

🇪🇸 significa

🇹🇷 anlamına gelir

🇰🇷 의미하다 (uimihada)

🇸🇦 يعني (ya'ni)

🇨🇿 znamená

🇸🇰 znamená

🇨🇳 意味着 (yìwèizhe)

🇸🇮 pomeni

🇮🇸 þýðir

🇰🇿 білдіреді

🇬🇪 ნიშნავს

🇦🇿 deməkdir

🇲🇽 significa

Word origin

The word 'means' originated from Middle English, from the Old English word 'mægen', meaning 'power' or 'force'. Over time, its usage evolved to include the concept of method or resources. The word has been used in English since the 14th century.