Associations to the word «Subtend»

Wiktionary

SUBTEND, verb. (transitive) To extend or stretch underneath or opposite something
SUBTEND, verb. (mathematics) To enclose an arc on a circle with an angle

Dictionary definition

SUBTEND, verb. Be opposite to; of angles and sides, in geometry.

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy