English dictionary

means

/m/i/nz/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

how a result is obtained or an end is achieved

noun.act

Examples
A means of control.

Synonyms agency way

Source: WordNet 3.0
an instrumentality for accomplishing some end

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
considerable capital (wealth or income)

noun.possession

Examples
He is a man of means.

Synonyms substance

Source: WordNet 3.0