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to mend
01
repareren, verstellen
to fix something that is damaged or broken so it can work or be used again
Transitive: to mend something broken or damaged
Voorbeelden
The cobbler can mend the worn-out soles of the shoes, extending their lifespan.
De schoenmaker kan de versleten zolen van de schoenen repareren, waardoor hun levensduur wordt verlengd.
02
genezen, herstellen
(of the person's body) to get restored to its previous state
Transitive: to mend an injury or health problem
Voorbeelden
Through meditation and mindfulness practices, she found ways to mend her mental health and reduce stress and anxiety.
Door meditatie en mindfulness-praktijken vond ze manieren om haar geestelijke gezondheid te herstellen en stress en angst te verminderen.
03
herstellen, oplossen
to resolve a dispute or problem
Transitive: to mend a dispute
Voorbeelden
The political leaders met to mend diplomatic relations between their countries.
De politieke leiders kwamen bijeen om de diplomatieke betrekkingen tussen hun landen te herstellen.
01
a repair made by sewing or patching on a garment or fabric
Voorbeelden
A mend on the socks kept them wearable for another season.
02
the action or process of restoring something to working order or good condition
Voorbeelden
The handyman completed the mend on the broken door.
Lexicale Boom
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