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Definition of leanness
leanness
/ˈliːn.nəs/
lean · ness
Adverb:leanly
•Adjective:lean
leanness Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
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• noun
1
The physical quality or condition of having very little superfluous fat; thinness or slenderness.
Example
"The marathon runner's physical leanness was the result of years of disciplined training and a strict diet."
2
A state of scarcity, insufficiency, or lack of richness and productivity, or the quality of operating with minimal waste and maximum efficiency.
Example
"The organizational leanness of the startup allowed it to adapt quickly to shifting market demands."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Leanness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/leanness