Bended

/ˈbɛndəd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of bend; to have shaped into a curve or angle.

He bended the metal rod to fit the new design.

To have directed one's attention or effort towards something.

She bended all her energy to complete the project on time.

adjective

Having been bent or shaped.

The bended branches of the tree created a natural arch.

Middle English, from the verb 'benden', related to Old English 'bend' which means to curve.

bended knee

An expression meaning to submit or humble oneself, often in prayer or supplication.

bended bow

Referring to an arched bow, indicating readiness to shoot.

bended back

Referring to someone who is bending over or in a submissive position.

bend

To curve or change shape at an angle.

bending

The action of causing something to curve or distort.

bender

A device that bends materials, or a person who bends.

To bend the rules or bend the truth.

He bended the rules to get through the game.

To get intoxicated, typically in the phrase 'bender'.

After a long week, we went on a bender over the weekend.