In lang=en terms the difference between bend and stroke
is that
bend is to adapt or interpret to for a purpose or beneficiary while
stroke is to row the stroke oar of.
In obsolete|lang=en terms the difference between bend and stroke
is that
bend is (obsolete) turn; purpose; inclination; ends while
stroke is (obsolete) appetite.
As verbs the difference between bend and stroke
is that
bend is to cause (something) to change its shape into a curve, by physical force, chemical action, or any other means while
stroke is to move one's hand or an object (such as a broom) along (a surface) in one direction.
As nouns the difference between bend and stroke
is that
bend is a curve while
stroke is an act of.