attend
|at/tend|
B1
/əˈtɛnd/
be present or care for
Etymology
Etymology Information
'attend' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'attendere,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'tendere' meant 'to stretch.'
Historical Evolution
'attendere' transformed into the Old French word 'atendre,' and eventually became the modern English word 'attend' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stretch toward or pay attention to,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'being present' and 'taking care of.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to be present at an event, meeting, or function.
She will attend the conference tomorrow.
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Verb 2
to take care of or look after someone or something.
The nurse attends to the patients.
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