Main Entry: mean·ing

Pronunciation: \ˈmē-niŋ\

Function: noun

Date: 14th century

1 a : the thing one intends to convey especially by language : purport b : the thing that is conveyed especially by language : import
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>
4 a : the logical connotation of a word or phrase b : the logical denotation or extension of a word or phrase

— meaning adjective

— mean·ing·ly \-niŋ-lē\ adverb