Means vs. Resource
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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 resourceMeansnoun
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 successResourcenoun
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 resourceMeansnoun
considerable capital (wealth or income);
he is a man of meansResourcenoun
the ability to deal resourcefully with unusual problems;
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