Meaning ofbendin English

Verb

1. to change shape into a curve; using force
   The metal rod will bend under heavy weight.
2. to change something's direction; intentionally
   She had to bend the wire to fix the broken toy.
3. to become curved naturally
   The branch of the tree will bend in the strong wind.
4. to change one's own direction; in movement
   The hiker had to bend to the left to avoid the low-hanging branch.
5. to stoop down; bow
   The athlete had to bend her knees to lift the heavy weights.
6. apply to a task or purpose
   The company will bend its rules to accommodate the special request.
7. adapt or modify for a purpose; interpret
   The researcher had to bend the data to fit the new theory.
8. tie or secure something; make fast (nautical)
   The sailor had to bend the sail to adjust its angle.
9. to bow in prayer (or submission)
   The monk will bend his head in prayer.
10. to force submission; dominate
    The dictator will bend the people to his will.
11. to submit; yield to pressure
    The company will bend to the demands of the striking workers.
12. apply oneself to a task or activity
    The student will bend her efforts to finish the difficult project.
13. to change a note's pitch smoothly
    The singer had to bend the note to create a smooth transition.