The action or process of shaping or forcing something straight into a curve or angle. noun
The bending of the metal rod required significant force.
Bending the wire into a loop was necessary for the sculpture.
The act of changing direction or position, often used metaphorically to describe flexibility or adaptability. noun
Her bending to the new company policies showed her adaptability.
The bending of rules can sometimes lead to innovative solutions.
Present participle of the verb 'bend', meaning to shape or force something straight into a curve or angle. verb
She was bending the branch to make it fit into the design.
He is bending over to pick up the dropped pen.