the message that is intended or expressed or signified
What is the meaning of this sentence. The significance of a red traffic light. The signification of Chinese characters. The import of his announcement was ambiguous.
source: WordNet 3.0
the idea that is intended
What is the meaning of this proverb?.
source: WordNet 3.0
That which is meant or intended; intent; purpose; aim; object; as, a mischievous meaning was apparent.
