Pronunciation: /fɔːrm/
noun a particular way in which a thing exists or appears; shape, arrangement, or structure
A1 A circle is a round form.
A2 The form you need to fill out is on the website.
B1 The human body is made up of different forms and shapes.
B2 The artist used clay to mold the form of a horse.
C1 The legal form you signed is binding and cannot be changed.
C2 The architectural form of the building is both modern and innovative.
verb to give shape or visible structure to; to make or fashion into a certain form
A1 I form a circle with my friends during recess.
A2 She forms a plan to study for her exams.
B1 The committee will form a new policy on recycling.
B2 The team formed a strong bond during the championship season.
C1 The artist formed a masterpiece that captivated audiences.
C2 The scientist formed a hypothesis based on extensive research.
adjective pertaining to the form or structure of a thing
A1 The teacher asked the students to form a circle.
A2 She used clay to form a small sculpture.
B1 The team worked together to form a plan for the project.
B2 The committee decided to form a subcommittee to address the issue.
C1 The artist used various materials to form a unique installation.
C2 The architect's vision was to form a building that harmonized with its surroundings.
preposition used to indicate the structure or arrangement of something
A1 The children lined up in a straight form.
A2 Please fill out this form with your personal information.
B1 The team will work together to form a plan for the project.
B2 The artist used clay to form a sculpture of a horse.
C1 The committee will convene to form a new policy on employee benefits.
C2 The chef used his expertise to form a perfect souffle.
conjunction used to connect different forms or ideas
A1 I like to bake cakes, form cookies, and decorate cupcakes.
A2 She enjoys playing basketball, soccer, and volleyball to stay active.
B1 You can either take the bus or walk to get to the park.
B2 The team will need to work together, form a strategy, and execute their plan.
C1 In order to succeed, you must plan carefully, form alliances, and adapt to changes.
C2 The negotiations were complex, but they managed to form a mutually beneficial agreement.
formal The students were required to fill out a registration form for the upcoming conference.
informal Hey, can you help me with this form for the school trip?
slang I totally aced that test, I'm in top form!
figurative The team's defense was in solid form during the championship game.
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