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mean

UK/mi:n/US
NGSL 1kIELTSTOEFLGREA1

Definitions

v.

To intend; to convey a particular sense or significance; to signify.

意味着;打算;表示;意指

n.

An average; a middle value; a method or means.

平均数;中间值;方法

adj.

Unkind or cruel; stingy; low in quality or rank.

卑鄙的;吝啬的;低劣的

Root Breakdown

Native English
meanother
=mean

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The symbol on the road mean it is forbidden to park here.

  • 2.

    Her mean comments really hurt his feelings and made him feel unwelcome.

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