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/ʃeɪp/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The external form or appearance of someone or something; the outline or contour.
The artist focused on the shape of the sculpture, ensuring it captured the essence of the subject.
A particular geometric figure.
In mathematics, a triangle is a shape with three sides.
The condition or state of something.
The old building is in bad shape and needs extensive renovations.
A form or model of something.
The designer created a prototype to showcase the new shape of the product.
verb
To give a particular form or shape to something.
The potter shapes the clay into beautiful pottery.
To influence or determine the nature of something.
Her experiences in life shaped her views on education.
To construct or create something.
The team worked together to shape the project's final design.
Etymology
Middle English shape, from Old English shapian; related to German schaffen 'to create'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in good shape:
to be in a healthy or fit condition.
shape up:
to improve one's behavior or performance.
to take shape:
to start to form, develop, or become clear.
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Slang Meanings
To be in good physical condition.
After months at the gym, I'm really in shape.
To influence or determine the development of something.
His decisions shaped the future of the company.