Definitions

1. verb

to cause to be suspended or hung, as in a pendulum

“The clock’s pendulum was carefully pend to ensure accurate timekeeping.”

2. verb

to cause to be put off or delayed

“The project was pend due to unforeseen circumstances.”

3. verb

to cause to be attached or hung from a string, cord, or thread

“The ornament was pend from the Christmas tree.”

4. noun

a period of time during which something is delayed or put off

“The pend of the project’s launch was extended by a month.”

5. verb (transitive)

to make a promise or agreement, especially in writing

“The contract will pend the agreement between the two companies.”