rend etymology

Etymology

The word "rend" comes from Middle English "renden," which in turn stems from Old English "rendan," meaning "to tear, split, or rip apart." The word is ultimately derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "*hrendh-," meaning "to tear."

Meaning

Rend means:

• To tear, split, or rip apart by force or violence.
• To cause to split or come apart.
• To separate or remove forcefully.
• To cause to suffer emotionally or mentally.

Origin

The word "rend" has been used in the English language since the 13th century. It is related to other words with similar meanings, such as "rent" (a tear or hole), "rendezvous" (a meeting place), and "render" (to give or submit).

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