bending
Pronunciation:
/ˈbɛndɪŋ/verb
Definitions
To cause (something) to change its shape into a curve, by physical force, chemical action, or any other means.
Example: Don’t bend your knees.
To become curved.
Example: Look at the trees bending in the wind.
To cause to change direction.
To change direction.
Example: The road bends to the right
noun
Definitions
A motion or action that bends.
Example: a bending of the knees
An instance of something being adapted or distorted.
Example: bendings of the rules