MEANS Definition & Meaning

View synonyms for

means

/ ��ː�Գ� /

noun

functioning as singular or plural the medium, method, or instrument used to obtain a result or achieve an end
a means of communication
functioning as plural resources or income
functioning as plural considerable wealth or income
a man of means
by all means
without hesitation or doubt; certainly
come with us by all means
by means of
with the use or help of
by no manner of means
definitely not
he was by no manner of means a cruel man
by no means or not by any means
on no account; in no way
by no means come!

Discover More

Idioms and Phrases

see beyond one's means ; by all means ; by any means ; by means of ; by no means ; end justifies the means .

Discover More

Example Sentences

Examples have not been reviewed.

“The California State Library remains committed to serving all of the people of California and will explore alternative means to ensure continued access to essential library services.”

From

It’s not a means to an end but rather a journey that feels gratifying from start to finish.

From

That means he is clear to play in the group phase of the expanded 32-team tournament in the United States.

From

That means major US department stores like Target and Walmart, where Americans often turn for affordable clothing, and some familiar apparel brands may feel the pressure.

From

Now, the charity fears the dry start to 2025 means the canal could run start to run dry in days without imminent rainfall.

From

Related 51�Թ�s

Definitions and idiom definitions from Dictionary.com Unabridged, based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2023

Browse