Meaning of the word tender in English

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tender

US /ˈten.dɚ/
UK /ˈten.dɚ/
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Adjective

1.

soft and easy to chew or cut

Example:
The steak was perfectly cooked and very tender.
The young shoots of the plant are quite tender.
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2.

sensitive or painful to the touch

Example:
My ankle is still very tender after the sprain.
The wound was tender to the touch.
3.

showing gentleness, kindness, or affection

Example:
He gave her a tender kiss on the forehead.
She has a very tender heart.

Noun

1.

an offer to do work or supply goods at a fixed price

Example:
The company submitted a tender for the construction project.
We invited several firms to submit tenders for the new bridge.
2.

a small boat, especially one used to ferry people or supplies to and from a larger ship

Example:
The passengers were transferred to the shore by the ship's tender.
A small fishing boat served as a tender for the larger yacht.

Verb

1.

offer or present (something) formally

Example:
He decided to tender his resignation.
The company will tender a formal apology.
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