1. plural of leaner; people or things that lean or incline against something
2. people or animals that are thin or have little body fat
Usage: informal
3. in sports or gambling, competitors or bets that are considered less likely to succeed
Usage: informal

Examples

• The leaners against the wall were waiting for the bus.
• The gym trainer focused on building muscle in the leaners of the group.
• Several leaners in the race were given high odds by the bookmakers.
• The fence had a few leaners that needed to be straightened.
• The restaurant served lean cuts of meat for health-conscious leaners.