Pronunciation: /mɛnd/
noun a repair or adjustment made to something
A1 She used a needle and thread to mend the tear in her shirt.
A2 My grandmother taught me how to mend socks when they get holes.
B1 The tailor was able to mend the ripped seam on my coat.
B2 I took my broken watch to the jeweler to see if they could mend it.
C1 The expert craftsman was able to mend the antique vase back to its original condition.
C2 The skilled surgeon was able to mend the patient's fractured spine with precision.
verb to repair or fix something
A1 She mends her clothes when they get torn.
A2 He learned how to mend a broken toy with glue.
B1 The tailor can mend your torn jacket for a small fee.
B2 After the accident, it took months to mend the damage to the car.
C1 The therapist helped him mend his relationship with his family.
C2 Through counseling, they were able to mend their broken marriage.
formal The tailor was able to mend the tear in the fabric seamlessly.
informal I need to mend my relationship with my sister after our argument.
slang I'll help you mend your broken phone screen, no worries.
figurative Time can mend a broken heart, eventually.
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