verb
portend
Portend (verb) means to serve as a warning or omen of.
verb
1
To serve as a warning or omen of.
2
To signify; to denote.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin portendere (“to foretell”), from por- (“forward”) + tendere (“to stretch”).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of portend?
"portend" (verb) means to serve as a warning or omen of.
What are the different meanings of portend?
"portend" has 2 main meanings: 1. To serve as a warning or omen of; 2. To signify; to denote.