#1 tending n. [care, attention, aid] the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something; "no medical care was required"; "the old car needs constant attention". wn
#2 tending s. [apt, disposed, given, minded] (usually followed by 'to') naturally disposed toward; "he is apt to ignore matters he considers unimportant"; "I am not minded to answer any questions". wn
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