Uk English Meaning of tend

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Definitions and Meaning of tend in English

Wordnet

tend (v)

have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined

have care of or look after

manage or run

Webster

tend (v. t.)

To make a tender of; to offer or tender.

To accompany as an assistant or protector; to care for the wants of; to look after; to watch; to guard; as, shepherds tend their flocks.

To be attentive to; to note carefully; to attend to.

Webster

tend (v. i.)

To wait, as attendants or servants; to serve; to attend; -- with on or upon.

To await; to expect.

Webster

tend (a.)

To move in a certain direction; -- usually with to or towards.

To be directed, as to any end, object, or purpose; to aim; to have or give a leaning; to exert activity or influence; to serve as a means; to contribute; as, our petitions, if granted, might tend to our destruction.

FAQs About the word tend

tend

have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined, have care of or look after, manage or runTo make a tender of; to offer or tender., To accompa

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avoid,shun,shy (from or away from)

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