tend

v. to usually do or happen in a certain way; to go in a certain direction; to look after or care for; to work at a place like a store or bar

verb

B1

to usually do or happen in a certain way

Large class sizes tend to make it harder for teachers to give individual attention to students.

R

to go in a certain direction

Her interests tend to be more artistic than scientific.

R

to look after or care for

The nurse tended to the patient's wounds.

R

to work at a place like a store or bar

She tends bar at a local pub on weekends.

to usually do or happen in a certain way; to go in a certain direction; to look after or care for; to work at a place like a store or bar

3rd Present tends

Past tended

Perfect tended

Progressive tending