intention

English

/ɪnˈtɛnʃən/

noun
Definitions
  • The goal or purpose behind a specific action or set of actions.
  • (obsolete) Tension; straining, stretching.
  • A stretching or bending of the mind toward an object or a purpose (an intent); closeness of application; fixedness of attention; earnestness.
  • (obsolete) The object toward which the thoughts are directed; end; aim.
  • (obsolete) Any mental apprehension of an object.
  • (medicine) The process of the healing of a wound.

Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French intention derived from Old French entencion derived from Latin intentionem, intentio.

Origin

Latin

intentionem, intentio

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