Middle English Dictionary Entry

minten v.
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Definitions (Senses and Subsenses)

1.
(a) To intend (in a certain way), plan; also, attempt, strive; ~ til (to), be inclined toward (sth.), strive for; aspire to (God); (b) to intend (sth.), plan, design; propose; ordain or intend (sth. for sb.); ~ mede, propose or offer a bribe; determine (someone's) just deserts [quot.: ?a1325]; (c) to strive for (sth.), aspire to, desire; (d) to intend (to do sth.); attempt (to do sth.), endeavor; intend to go [quot.: c1325]; (e) to proceed (to do sth.).
2.
(a) To think (of sth.); of plans or intentions: come to the mind of (sb.), occur to; (b) to say (sth.); mention (sb.).
3.
(a) To take aim; also fig.; aim (at sb. or sth.) with a weapon; (b) to aim (a weapon); aim (a blow at sb.); (c) to point (to sth.).