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.