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Definition of leaning

leaning

/ˈliːnɪŋ/
lean · ing
Plural:leanings
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leaning Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A tendency, preference, or inclination toward a particular opinion, belief, or activity (often used in the plural).

Example

"Despite his family's traditional background, he developed progressive political leanings at university."

2

The physical act or state of inclining, tilting, or resting against something for support.

Example

"The gradual leaning of the ancient bell tower required extensive structural reinforcement."

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• adjective

1

Inclined, sloping, or deviating from an upright vertical position.

Example

"The workers braced the leaning fence post with wooden stakes before it could collapse."

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• Rhymes for leaning

• Nearby Words

leakproof
leaky
lean
leaning
leanly
leanness
leap

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Old English verb hlinian ('to recline, rest, or bend'), combined with the suffix -ing.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Leaning. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/leaning
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