Means vs. Resource

Means vs. Resource — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Means and Resource

Meansnoun

plural of mean

Resourcenoun

Something that one uses to achieve an objective, e.g. raw materials or personnel.

Meansnoun

An instrument or condition for attaining a purpose.

She treated him as a means to an end.A car is a means of transport.

Resourcenoun

A person's capacity to deal with difficulty.

a man/woman of resource

Meansnoun

Resources; riches.

a person of means;independent meansHe was living beyond his means.

Resourceverb

To supply with resources.

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Meansnoun

how a result is obtained or an end is achieved;

a means of controlan example is the best agency of instructionthe true way to success

Resourcenoun

available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed

Meansnoun

instrumentality used to achieve an end

Resourcenoun

a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed;

the local library is a valuable resource

Meansnoun

considerable capital (wealth or income);

he is a man of means

Resourcenoun

the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems;

a man of resource
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