mend
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for mend, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To repair something that is broken, torn, or damaged.
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How to use mend
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Etymology
A shortened form of Middle English amenden ("to correct, improve, cure"), from Old French amender, from Latin ēmendāre — literally "to remove a fault," from ex- ("out") plus mendum ("fault, defect").
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What does “mend” mean?
The word “mend” means to repair something that is broken, torn, or damaged. In plain terms, to fix something broken, or to get better after being unwell or estranged.
How do you pronounce “mend”?
“Mend” is pronounced mehnd (/mɛnd/ in IPA).
How do you use “mend” in a sentence?
Here is “mend” used in a sentence: “She mended the torn shirt with a needle and thread.”
What part of speech is “mend”?
Depending on how it is used, “mend” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “mend” come from?
The word “mend” comes from Latin. A shortened form of Middle English amenden ("to correct, improve, cure"), from Old French amender, from Latin ēmendāre — literally "to remove a fault," from ex- ("out") plus mendum ("fault, defect").
Is “mend” a common word?
“Mend” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “mend” have?
“Mend” has 5 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to repair something that is broken, torn, or damaged.