Pronunciation: /ʃeɪpt/
verb to form or create something into a particular shape
A1 She shaped the dough into a heart before baking it.
A2 The potter shaped the clay into a beautiful vase.
B1 The architect shaped the design of the building to fit the surrounding landscape.
B2 The artist carefully shaped the sculpture out of marble.
C1 The politician shaped public opinion through persuasive speeches.
C2 The scientist shaped the field of genetics with groundbreaking research.
adjective having a particular shape or form
A1 The square is shaped like a triangle.
A2 The heart-shaped balloon floated in the sky.
B1 The diamond-shaped pattern on the wallpaper caught my eye.
B2 The uniquely shaped building stood out among the rest of the skyline.
C1 The intricately shaped sculpture was the highlight of the art exhibit.
C2 The perfectly shaped spheres in the display case were mesmerizing.
formal The architect designed a uniquely shaped building that stood out in the city skyline.
informal I found a heart-shaped rock on the beach and decided to keep it as a souvenir.
slang She has a pear-shaped body, but she rocks it with confidence.
figurative His actions shaped the outcome of the project, leading to its success.
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