(1):

(n.) Sense; power of thinking.

(2):

(n.) That which is signified, whether by act lanquage; signification; sence; import; as, the meaning of a hint.

(3):

(n.) That which is meant or intended; intent; purpose; aim; object; as, a mischievous meaning was apparent.

(4):

(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Mean