intend

/ɪnˈtɛnd/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: intends · intending

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To fix the mind upon (something, or something to be accomplished); be intent upon

Verb

Examples

He intends to go to university.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

To fix the mind on; attend to; take care of; superintend; regard.

Verb

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “intend” mean?

To fix the mind upon (something, or something to be accomplished); be intent upon

Is “intend” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.