What does MEANS mean?

Parts of Speech

Means is a verb and a noun.

Definitions

• As a verb, means means to accomplish or achieve something, or to have the ability or resources to do so.
• As a noun, means refers to a method or way of doing something, or the resources or materials used to achieve a goal.

Pronunciations

• US: /minz/
• UK: /miːnz/

Origin and Usage

The word means comes from the Old English word "mǣnan," which means to mean, signify, or intend. The word has been used in English since the 14th century.

As a verb, means is commonly used to express the ability or resources someone has to accomplish something. For example, "She means to finish the project by Friday" means she has the intention, ability, and resources to complete the project by Friday. As a noun, means is often used to describe a method or way of doing something. For example, "The best means of transportation in this city is the subway" means the subway is the best method of transportation in the city.

Synonyms

• As a verb: accomplish, achieve, carry out, execute, perform
• As a noun: method, way, approach, technique, strategy

Related Words

• meant
• meany
• meats
• meany
• meads

Example Sentences

• As a verb:
  • "He means to study abroad next year."
  • "The company means to expand its business in Europe."
  • "I don think he means to hurt your feelings."
• As a noun: