Homonyms - Lean (As a Verb and Adjective)

1. (verb) - to cause to slope in one direction or to move the upper part of the body in a particular direction.                                                    - Mike leaned forward to listen more closely to what Kelly had to say.        - The neighbour's mango tree seems to be leaning over to our side.           
2. (adj) - not fat.                                                                                        - After months of dieting and exercising, Ken looks lean and fit.                - Jake's lean physique allows him the freedom to wear almost anything.                                 
3. (adj) - efficient.                                                                                    - It seems management is trying to keep the company as lean as            possible by reducing wastage and laying off employees.