Tend (verb)

1. Have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined.
2. Look after or take charge of (something); take care of.
3. Provide or supply with what is needed.
4. Be in charge of the management or organization of (an event or activity).
5. Apply oneself to or attend to (a task or duty).

Origin:

Middle english: from old french tendre, from latin tendere "stretch, extend.".

Examples:

1. The economy tends to recover after a recession.
2. I tend the garden every morning.
3. She tends to her sick mother every day.
4. The company tends to its customers needs.
5. I will tend to the matter immediately.