To intend to convey or refer to a particular thing or idea. When I said 'I'll be there soon,' I meant within the hour.
To have a particular significance or importance. Winning this award means a lot to her.
To have as a consequence or result. Missing the bus means you'll be late for work.
To intend or design for a particular purpose or recipient. This gift is meant for you.
Unkind or malicious in behavior or attitude. She was known for her mean comments that often hurt people's feelings.
Poor in quality or appearance; shabby. The mean little house stood in stark contrast to the grand mansions surrounding it.
Miserly or stingy with money or resources. He was so mean with his money that he refused to buy even the smallest gift for his friend's birthday.
Excellent or skillful in a particular activity. He plays a mean guitar, impressing everyone with his solos.
Relating to or denoting a value obtained by adding several numbers together and dividing the total by the number of values; average. The mean annual temperature of the region is about 15 °C.