Shapes: meaning, definitions and examples

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shapes

[ ʃeɪps ]

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geometry

A shape is the form of an object or its external boundary, outline, or external surface. Shapes can be two-dimensional (such as square, circle, triangle) or three-dimensional (such as cube, sphere, pyramid).

Synonyms

figure, form, pattern, structure

Examples of usage

The children were asked to identify different shapes in the picture.
The artist used various shapes in his abstract painting.

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general

To shape something means to mold, form, or create it into a particular shape or form. It can also refer to influencing or guiding the development or outcome of something.

Synonyms

determine, form, influence, mold

Examples of usage

She shaped the clay into a beautiful vase.
His experiences shaped his views on life.

Translations

Translations of the word "shapes" in other languages:

🇵🇹 formas

🇮🇳 आकृतियाँ

🇩🇪 Formen

🇮🇩 bentuk

🇺🇦 форми

🇵🇱 kształty

🇯🇵 形

🇫🇷 formes

🇪🇸 formas

🇹🇷 şekiller

🇰🇷 모양

🇸🇦 أشكال

🇨🇿 tvary

🇸🇰 tvary

🇨🇳 形状

🇸🇮 oblike

🇮🇸 form

🇰🇿 пішіндер

🇬🇪 ფორმები

🇦🇿 formalar

🇲🇽 formas

Word origin

The word 'shape' originated from the Old English word 'sceap' which meant form or created thing. Over time, it evolved to refer to the form of an object or entity. The concept of shapes has been fundamental in geometry and art, with different cultures and civilizations exploring and creating various shapes for different purposes.