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TENDING

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There are 12 meanings of the word Tending.

How to pronounce tending:

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Tending - as an adjective satellite

(usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward

Example: "He is apt to ignore matters he considers unimportant"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
apt5disposed12given9minded10

Tending - as a verb

(old english law) to make a tender of; to offer or tender.

(followed by a to-infinitive) to be likely, or probable to do something, or to have a certain habit or leaning.

Example: "It tends to snow here in winter."

To contribute to or toward some outcome.

(with to) to look after (e.g. an ill person.)

Example: "We need to tend to the garden, which has become a mess."

To accompany as an assistant or protector; to care for the wants of; to look after; to watch; to guard.

Example: "Shepherds tend their flocks."

To wait (upon), as attendants or servants; to serve; to attend.

To await; to expect.

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

To manage (an anchored vessel) when the tide turns, to prevent it from entangling the cable when swinging.

To kindle; ignite; set on fire; light; inflame; burn.

Example Sentences

"She has a natural tending towards music."
"His tending of the garden is impeccable."
"The tending of the sick is a noble profession."
"The tending of the crops requires a lot of hard work."
"The tending of the animals is a full-time job."
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Word Game Points

Is TENDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tending is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TENDING has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is TENDING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tending is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TENDING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is TENDING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tending is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TENDING has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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