fend
0 antonyms and opposites of fend, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To look after or provide for oneself, without relying on others.
How to use fend
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A shortened form of Middle English "defenden" ("to defend"), from Latin defendo.
Full origin of fend →Frequently asked questions
What does “fend” mean?
The word “fend” means to look after or provide for oneself, without relying on others. In plain terms, to take care of yourself, or to block/deflect something unwanted.
How do you pronounce “fend”?
“Fend” is pronounced FEHND (/ˈfɛnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “fend” in a sentence?
Here is “fend” used in a sentence: “After his parents passed, he had to fend for himself at sixteen.”
What part of speech is “fend”?
“Fend” is a verb.
Where does the word “fend” come from?
The word “fend” comes from Latin. A shortened form of Middle English "defenden" ("to defend"), from Latin defendo.
Is “fend” a common word?
“Fend” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “fend” have?
“Fend” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to look after or provide for oneself, without relying on others.