intends

verb

(ambitransitive, usually followed by particle "to" + verb, or "on"/"upon" + noun) To fix the mind upon (something, or something to be accomplished); be intent upon

To fix the mind on; attend to; take care of; superintend; regard.

To bend or turn; direct, as one’s course or journey.

To design mechanically or artistically; fashion; mold.

To strain; make tense.

To apply with energy.

To pretend; counterfeit; simulate.

(obsolete) To stretch to extend; distend.

(obsolete) To intensify; strengthen.

Roots

tendotend- · Latin · stretch

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The word intends breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root tend-, from Latin tendo (“stretch”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.