meaning
nounDefinition of meaning
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: the thing one intends to convey especially by language : purport
Do not mistake my meaning.
b
: the thing that is conveyed especially by language : import
Many words have more than one meaning.
2
: something meant or intended : aim
a mischievous meaning was apparent
3
: significant quality
especially
: implication of a hidden or special significance
a glance full of meaning
4a
: the logical connotation of a word or phrase
b
: the logical denotation or extension of a word or phrase