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Meaning of the word meant in English

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meant

Verb

1.

intend to convey, indicate, or refer to (a particular thing or notion); signify.

Example:
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I don't know what you mean
Synonym:
signify convey denote designate indicate connote show express spell out stand for represent symbolize imply purport suggest intimate insinuate get at betoken
2.

intend (something) to occur or be the case.

Example:
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they mean no harm
Synonym:
intend aim plan design have in view contemplate think of purpose propose set out aspire desire want wish expect
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