meaning (n.)

  1. the message that is intended or expressed or signified; what is the meaning of this sentence; the significance of a red traffic light; the signification of Chinese characters; the import of his announcement was ambiguous

    [ Syn: significance , signification , import ]

  2. the idea that is intended; What is the meaning of this proverb?

    [ Syn: substance ]

    meaning (adj.)

  1. rich in significance or implication; a meaning look

    [ Syn: pregnant , significant ]

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