Definition of tend

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  • tend is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 5
  • tend is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 5
  • tend is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 6

Definition of tend

  • have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined (verb)

    Examples

    1. She tends to be nervous before her lectures

    Synonyms

    1. be given
    2. incline
    3. lean
    4. run
  • have care of or look after (verb)

    Examples

    1. She tends to the children
  • manage or run (verb)

    Examples

    1. tend a store

See definition of tend in Merriam Webster