lean against vs lean

lean against is not a noun while lean is a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
lean against	No	No	Yes	No
lean	Yes	Yes	Yes	No

lean against (noun)	lean (noun)
	the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical

lean against (adjective)	lean (adjective)
	lacking in mineral content or combustible material
	lacking excess flesh
	not profitable or prosperous
	containing little excess

lean against (verb)	lean (verb)
rest on for support	rely on for support
	cause to lean or incline
	to incline or bend from a vertical position
	cause to lean to the side
	have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined