tending
adjective
- 1
(usually followed by `to') naturally disposed toward
he is apt to ignore matters he considers unimportant
I am not minded to answer any questions
noun
- 1
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
no medical care was required
the old car needs constant attention
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