English Explanatory Dictionary

I mean

English dictionary entry

Meanings

particle
  1. Used to correct an error or slip of the tongue.
  2. A delaying filler.
  3. A mild intensifier.
  4. An indication of approximation or uncertainty.
  5. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see I, mean.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-I mean.wav

Word forms

I mean

Synonyms

like well you know
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