Tend meaning

What does “tend” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“tend” is a verb with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined.

tend

verb

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

    “She tends to be nervous before her lectures”

    “These dresses run small”

  2. have care of or look after

    “She tends to the children”

  3. manage or run

    “tend a store”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University