shape
Definition
- n. any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
- n. the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
- n. a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
- v. make something, usually for a specific function
Word forms
- Past participle
- shaped
- Present participle
- shaping
- Past tense
- shaped
- Third person singular
- shapes
Example sentences
n.
The shape of the building is very modern and unique.
vt.
She used clay to shape the sculpture.
vi.
Over time, the project began to shape into something amazing.
n.
In mathematics, a circle is a simple shape.