implement vs means

means vs implement

implement and means both are nouns.

implement is a verb but means is not a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
implement	Yes	No	Yes	No
means	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, means is a hypernym of implement; that is, means is a word with a broader meaning than implement:

implement: instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end
means: an artifact (that is instrumental in accomplishing some end) for accomplishing some end

Other hypernyms of implement include instrumentality, instrumentation.

implement (noun)	means (noun)
instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end	to have the ability to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
	an artifact (that is instrumental in accomplishing some end) for accomplishing some end
	considerable capital (wealth or income)

implement (verb)	means (verb)
pursue to a conclusion or bring to a successful issue
ensure observance of laws and rules
apply in a manner consistent with its purpose or design

Difference between implement and means

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