Mean

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NOUN

an average of n numbers computed by adding some function of the numbers and dividing by some function of n

VERB

mean or intend to express or convey

have as a logical consequence

denote or connote

have in mind as a purpose

have a specified degree of importance

intend to refer to

destine or designate for a certain purpose

ADJ

approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value

characterized by malice

having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality

excellent

marked by poverty befitting a beggar

(used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity

(used of sums of money) so small in amount as to deserve contempt

of no value or worth

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