Pronunciation: [bˈɛndɪŋ] (IPA) 
The word "bending" is spelled as /ˈbɛndɪŋ/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable "ben" is pronounced with the vowel sound /ɛ/ and the consonant sound /b/. The second syllable "ding" is pronounced with the vowel sound /ɪ/ and the consonant sounds /d/ and /ʒ/. This word has two syllables and it is derived from the verb "bend" which means to change the shape or direction of something.
Bending is a term that primarily refers to the act or process of curving or flexing something, typically a material or an object. It involves the application of force or pressure that causes deformation, resulting in a change in shape. Bending can occur in various contexts and is a fundamental concept in fields such as engineering, physics, and materials science.
In engineering and construction, bending commonly refers to the process of reshaping a structural element, such as a beam or a pipe, to achieve a desired curvature or angle. This is often done by applying external or internal forces, which induce stress and strain in the material, causing it to bend without breaking.
Bending can also describe the way light changes direction or "bends" as it passes through different media with varying refractive indices. This phenomenon is known as light refraction, which occurs when the speed of light changes upon entering a different medium, causing the light to change direction.
In the context of human movement, bending refers to the flexion or curving of a joint, allowing for various body motions. For example, bending the knee or elbow involves the contraction or extension of muscles, resulting in the bending or straightening of the joint.
Overall, bending encompasses the notion of curving or flexing, whether it is applied to materials, objects, light, or human body movements, and it plays a significant role in various scientific, engineering, and physical disciplines.
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The word "bending" originates from the Middle English verb "benden", which is derived from the Old English word "bendan". "Bendan" itself can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "bandijaną", meaning "to bend" or "to bind". The Proto-Germanic term is also related to the Old Norse word "benda" and Gothic word "bindan", both carrying a similar meaning. Ultimately, its Indo-European root can be linked to the Sanskrit word "badhnāti" and the Latin word "fendere", both meaning "to strike" or "to push".
