A tendency or propensity.

present participle of lean

plural of leaning

present participle of lean into

present participle of lean in

present participle of lean on

simple past tense and past participle of lean

To incline, deviate, or bend, from a vertical position; to be in a position thus inclining or deviating. / (copulative) To incline in opinion or desire; to conform in conduct; often with to, toward, etc.

(of an object taller than its width and depth) An inclination away from the vertical.

(of a person or animal) Slim; not fleshy. / (of meat) Having little fat. / Having little extra or little to spare; scanty; meagre.