intend

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Synonyms: intent, entend, incend, inbend, intens

Antonyms: intent, entend, incend, inbend, intens

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Verb

1. {{lb|en|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
2. To fix the mind on; [[attend]] to; [[take care]] of; [[superintend]]; [[regard]].
3. {{lb|en|obsolete}} To [[stretch]] to [[extend]]; [[distend]].
4. To [[strain]]; make [[tense]].
5. {{lb|en|obsolete}} To [[intensify]]; [[strengthen]].
6. To apply with energy.
7. To [[bend]] or turn; [[direct]], as one’s course or journey.
8. To design mechanically or artistically; [[fashion#Verb|fashion]]; [[mold]].
9. To [[pretend]]; [[counterfeit]]; [[simulate]].

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