leaning

phonetic symbol: / línɪŋ / 
base form as verb → lean

leaning - English Dictionary

[ noun ]
■ the act of deviating from a vertical position

[ noun ]
■ the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical
inclination , lean , list , tilt

[ noun ]
■ a natural inclination
proclivity , propensity

[ noun ]
■ an inclination to do something
e.g.)
・he felt leanings toward frivolity
propensity , tendency

[ adjective satellite ]
■ departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal
e.g.)
・the leaning tower of Pisa
atilt , canted , tilted , tipped

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