means

US /miːnz/
UK /miːnz/
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1.

средство, способ

a method, course of action, or instrument by which something can be accomplished

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He achieved his goals by fair means.
Он достиг своих целей честными средствами.
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The internet is a powerful means of communication.
Интернет — мощное средство связи.
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methodwaymodeprocessinstrument
2.

средства, ресурсы

money or other resources that a person or group has

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They live within their means.
Они живут по своим средствам.
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He doesn't have the means to buy a new car.
У него нет средств, чтобы купить новую машину.
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resourcesfundsincomewealthcapital
1.

означать, иметь в виду

to convey, show, or signify (something)

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What do you mean by that?
Что ты имеешь в виду?
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The red light means stop.
Красный свет означает стоп.
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signifydenoteimplyindicateexpress
2.

намереваться, хотеть

to intend (something) to occur or be done

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I didn't mean to hurt your feelings.
Я не хотел обидеть твои чувства.
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He means to finish the project by Friday.
Он намерен завершить проект к пятнице.
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intendplanaimproposedesign
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