glean
2 synonyms for glean, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To gather information or knowledge gradually, often bit by bit and with some effort.
How to use glean
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
glean information
glean details
glean insight
Etymology
From Old French glener, "to gather," ultimately from Late Latin glennare, "to make a collection."
Full origin of glean →Frequently asked questions
What does “glean” mean?
The word “glean” means to gather information or knowledge gradually, often bit by bit and with some effort. In plain terms, to pick up information (or, literally, leftover crops) little by little.
How do you pronounce “glean”?
“Glean” is pronounced gleen (/ɡlin/ in IPA).
How do you use “glean” in a sentence?
Here is “glean” used in a sentence: “Reporters gleaned what they could from unnamed sources.”
What part of speech is “glean”?
“Glean” is a verb.
Where does the word “glean” come from?
The word “glean” comes from Late Latin. From Old French glener, "to gather," ultimately from Late Latin glennare, "to make a collection.".
How many meanings does “glean” have?
“Glean” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to gather information or knowledge gradually, often bit by bit and with some effort.
