Deforming: meaning, definitions and examples

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deforming

 

[ dɪˈfɔːrmɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

changing shape

Deforming refers to the process of changing the shape or structure of an object, often due to external forces or pressure. It implies a distortion that changes the original form of the item.

Synonyms

distort, mold, twist, warp

Examples of usage

  • The intense heat caused the metal to deform.
  • The plastic will deform if exposed to high temperatures.
  • Excessive forces can deform the structure of the building.

Translations

Translations of the word "deforming" in other languages:

🇵🇹 deformando

🇮🇳 विकृत करना

🇩🇪 verformend

🇮🇩 membengkokkan

🇺🇦 деформуючи

🇵🇱 deformując

🇯🇵 変形する

🇫🇷 déformant

🇪🇸 deformando

🇹🇷 şekil değiştiren

🇰🇷 변형하는

🇸🇦 تشويه

🇨🇿 deformující

🇸🇰 deformujúci

🇨🇳 变形

🇸🇮 deformirajoč

🇮🇸 aflaga

🇰🇿 деформациялау

🇬🇪 დეფორმაცია

🇦🇿 deformasiya

🇲🇽 deformando

Word origin

The word 'deforming' derives from the Latin word 'deformare', which means 'to disfigure' or 'to distort'. This prefix 'de-' indicates a removal or reversal, while 'formare' means 'to form' or 'to shape'. The term evolved through Middle English and has maintained its core meaning throughout history, primarily relating to the alteration of shape or structure. In various fields, including physics and materials science, 'deforming' describes processes where materials undergo changes due to applied forces, temperature changes, or other environmental factors. This term has gained importance in both technical and everyday language, reflecting its wide applications in understanding how objects behave under stress.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,780, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.