plural of leaning

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see lean, on. / (figuratively) To depend upon for support; to require assistance from.

A tendency or propensity.

simple past tense and past participle of lean

present participle of lean

A shelter with a sloped roof; also a building with a similar construction attached to the side of a building as an extension.

To thin out (a fuel-air mixture): to reduce the fuel flow into the mixture so that there is more air or oxygen.

To incline, deviate, or bend, from a vertical position; to be in a position thus inclining or deviating. / (copulative) To incline in opinion or desire; to conform in conduct; often with to, toward, etc.

To conceal.

(uncountable) Meat with no fat on it. / (countable, biology) An organism that is lean in stature.