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mean·ing

meaning

 
 
pronunciation:
mi nIng
part of speech: noun
definition 1: what is meant by a word; definition.
What is the meaning of "centipede"?
synonyms:
definition, sense
similar words:
drift, intent, intention
definition 2: importance or value.
What he said had no meaning for me.
synonyms:
effectiveness, significance, value, worth
similar words:
consequence, importance, moment, point