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Meaning of intended

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

intended

Pronunciation:/ɪnˈtɛndɪd/

verb

Definitions

  1. (usually followed by the particle "to") To hope; to wish (something, or something to be accomplished); be intent upon

    Example: He intends to go to university.

    Synonyms:designmeanplanpurpose
  2. To fix the mind on; attend to; take care of; superintend; regard.

  3. To stretch to extend; distend.

  4. To strain; make tense.

noun

Definitions

  1. Fiancé or fiancée.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Planned.

    Example: 2002, United States General Accounting Office, Report to congressional committees: Foreign assistance read at http//www.gao.gov/new.items/d02787.pdf on 14 May 2006 - Funds were spent for intended purposes and not misused.

  2. Made tense; stretched out; extended; forcible; violent.