mean (noun) | purpose (noun) |
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an average of n numbers computed by adding some function of the numbers and dividing by some function of n | an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions |
what something is used for | |
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose |
mean (adjective) | purpose (adjective) |
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approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value | |
characterized by malice | |
having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality | |
marked by poverty befitting a beggar | |
(used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity | |
(used of sums of money) so small in amount as to deserve contempt | |
of no value or worth | |
very good; of the highest quality |
mean (verb) | purpose (verb) |
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mean or intend to express or convey | propose or intend |
have as a logical consequence | reach a decision |
denote or connote | |
have in mind as a purpose | |
have a specified degree of importance | |
intend to refer to | |
destine or designate for a certain purpose |