leaner

noun
UK /ˈliːnə/
US /ˈliːnər/

A leaner is a person or thing that leans or is thinner.

The leaner of the two trees bent toward the river.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A person who leans or inclines toward something.

He is a leaner toward cautious choices.

3. Something that tilts or rests against another object.

The ladder was a leaner against the wall.

4. A horse that tends to lean on one side while running.

The trainer noticed the leaner in the third race.