bending

/ˈbɛndɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Able to be bent; flexible.
    • The bending branches swayed in the breeze.
    • The bending wire was easy to shape.
    • She used a bending straw for her drink.
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noun
  1. The act or process of curving or making something curved.
    • The bending of the tree branches showed the strength of the wind.
    • The bending of the metal required a lot of force.
    • Bending the pipe too quickly can cause cracks.
  2. A curved part or section of something.
    • The bending in the river created a calm pool.
    • The road had a sharp bending ahead.
    • He noticed a slight bending in the metal rod.
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