Leaning (verb)

1. To incline or slant in a certain direction.
2. To be inclined to think or feel in a certain way.
3. To depend on someone or something for support.

Origin:

Late 14c., from lean (v.) + -ing.

Examples:

1. The tower was leaning to one side.
2. The old tree was leaning precariously over the road.
3. She leaned her head on his shoulder.
4. He was leaning towards a career in law.
5. He was leaning on his cane for support.