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meant Definition and Meaning in English (meant definition)

verb
Synonyms:intendedsignifiedimplied
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Meant definition: To have intended to do something or to have had a particular plan or purpose in mind.

Definitions of Meant

  1. 1verb

    To have intended to do something or to have had a particular plan or purpose in mind.

  2. 2verb

    To have conveyed or signified a particular sense, idea, or object.

Example Sentences

“He meant to call you yesterday but forgot.”

“What did you mean by that comment?”

“The sign meant 'no entry' for vehicles.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivemean
gerundmeaning
nounmeans
adjectivemeaningful
adjectivemeaningless

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

well-meantexpression

Intended to be helpful or kind, even if not successful or appreciated.

meant to beexpression

Destined to happen or to be a particular way; fated.

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Meant definition: To have intended to do something or to have had a particular plan or purpose in mind.
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'Meant' translates to 'meant' in English. Meant definition: To have intended to do something or to have had a particular plan or purpose in mind.
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