Is “Tends” a Scrabble word?

1. 1.(Old English law) To make a tender of; to offer or tender.

2. 2.(followed by a to-infinitive) To be likely, or probable to do something, or to have a certain habit or leaning.

   “It tends to snow here in winter.”

3. 3.To contribute to or toward some outcome.

1. 1.(with to) To look after (e.g. an ill person.)

   “We need to tend to the garden, which has become a mess.”

2. 2.To accompany as an assistant or protector; to care for the wants of; to look after; to watch; to guard.

   “Shepherds tend their flocks.”

3. 3.To wait (upon), as attendants or servants; to serve; to attend.

Synonyms: guard, look after, watch, attend to, care for, minister

1. 1.To kindle; ignite; set on fire; light; inflame; burn.