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bending

 

[ ˈbɛndɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

physics

The action of applying a force to something and causing it to become curved.

Synonyms

curvature, curve, flexure

Examples of usage

  • The bending of the light rays caused a beautiful rainbow to appear.
  • She studied the bending of the metal rod under pressure in her physics class.
Context #2 | Noun

construction

The process of shaping or forming something by applying pressure or force.

Synonyms

forming, molding, shaping

Examples of usage

  • The bending of the steel beams was essential for the construction of the bridge.
  • He demonstrated the proper technique for bending wood to create furniture.
Context #3 | Verb

action

To force something into a curved or angular shape.

Synonyms

curve, flex, twist

Examples of usage

  • She was bending the wire to create a sculpture.
  • The strong wind was bending the trees in the forest.

Translations

Translations of the word "bending" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dobramento

🇮🇳 मोड़ना

🇩🇪 Biegung

🇮🇩 pembengkokan

🇺🇦 згинання

🇵🇱 zginanie

🇯🇵 曲げ

🇫🇷 courbure

🇪🇸 flexión

🇹🇷 bükme

🇰🇷 굽힘

🇸🇦 الانحناء

🇨🇿 ohýbání

🇸🇰 ohýbanie

🇨🇳 弯曲

🇸🇮 upogibanje

🇮🇸 beygja

🇰🇿 иілу

🇬🇪 მოხრა

🇦🇿 əyilmə

🇲🇽 flexión

Etymology

The word 'bending' originated from the Middle English word 'benden', which is derived from the Old English word 'bendan'. The concept of bending has been crucial in various fields such as physics, construction, and art throughout history. The ability to bend materials has allowed humans to create new structures, pieces of art, and technological advancements.

See also: bend, bendable, bendingly, bent, unbend, unbending, unbendingly.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,660 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.