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Definition bend in British English

bend noun

[countable] noun
/bend/
1

a curve in a road, river etc

Example

As she approached the bend, a dog sprang into the road.

Example

We came to a sharp bend in the road.

Example

a sharp bend in the river

Example

He sped around the bend, sounding his horn furiously.

Example

Rounding the next bend, he saw the hotel ahead of him.

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2

a movement in which you bend your body, especially as an exercise

Example

Let's warm up with a few bends and stretches.

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Definition bend in British English