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mending

6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for mending, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — The act of repairing something, or clothing that needs repairing.

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pile of mending basket of mending

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What does “mending” mean?

The word “mending” means the act of repairing something, or clothing that needs repairing. In plain terms, repair work, especially sewing up clothes.

How do you use “mending” in a sentence?

Here is “mending” used in a sentence: “She spent the evening doing the mending.”

What part of speech is “mending”?

“Mending” is a noun.

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