B1adjectivefoodhealth
US/liːn/
UK/liːn/
thin in a healthy way; also, of meat, having very little fat
In context
Long-distance runners usually have lean bodies and strong legs.
Choose lean meat like chicken breast if you want to lose weight.
After six months at the gym, he looks lean and fit.
Words that go with lean
adjective + noun
- lean meatDoctors advise eating more fish and lean meat.
- lean beefThis pho shop uses only lean beef in its soup.
- lean muscleSwimming helps you build lean muscle without hurting your knees.
- lean bodyCyclists need a lean body to climb hills quickly.
- lean yearsDuring the lean years, the family survived by selling vegetables.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I prefer thin meat.Correct: I prefer lean meat.