n.1. a. The denotation, referent, or idea associated with a word or phrase: How many meanings does the word "dog" have?
b. Something that is conveyed or intended, especially by language; sense or significance: The writer's meaning was obscured by convoluted prose.
2. An interpreted goal, intent, or end: "The central meaning of his pontificate is to restore papal authority" (Conor Cruise O'Brien).
3. A sense of importance or purpose: When he became a teacher, he felt that his life had meaning.
adj.1. Disposed or intended in a specified manner. Often used in combination: a well-meaning fellow; ill-meaning intentions.
2. Full of meaning; expressive: gave me a meaning look.