means

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun how a result is obtained or an end is achieved
  2. noun an instrumentality for accomplishing some end
  3. noun considerable capital (wealth or income)

Etymology

From mean (“method or course of action used to achieve some result”). Compare French moyens, German Mittel.

Synonyms

agency, way

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