lean on

/lin ɑn/
/lin ɒn/
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Other forms: leaning on; leaned on; leans on; leant on

Definitions of lean on
  1. verb
    rest on for support
    “you can lean on me if you get tired”
    synonyms: lean against, rest on
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    type of:
    adjoin, contact, meet, touch
    be in direct physical contact with; make contact
Pronunciation
US
/lin ɑn/
UK
/lin ɒn/
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