Form - definition, pronunciation, transcription
noun
- alternative names for the body of a human being (syn: anatomy, build, chassis, figure, flesh, frame, physique, shape)
- the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance (syn: shape)
- the visual appearance of something or someone (syn: cast, shape)
- a printed document with spaces in which to write
- an arrangement of the elements in a composition or discourse
he first sketches the plot in outline form
- a body of students who are taught together (syn: class, course, grade)
- an ability to perform well
the team was off form last night
- a mold for setting concrete
verb
They formed a company
- give shape or form to (syn: shape)
- establish or impress firmly in the mind (syn: imprint)
- assume a form or shape
Extra examples
Coal is a form of carbon.
A rare form of cancer
A popular form of entertainment
An ancient form of music
The written form of the language
A style of architecture that emphasizes form over function
The shadowy forms of several people were visible through the smoke.
The friendship that they formed in school lasted a lifetime.
Her early experiences played an important role in forming her personality.
His ideas were not yet fully formed.
The drug can help prevent blood clots from forming.
Beads of sweat formed on his forehead.
A plan was gradually forming in my mind.
A plan was gradually forming itself in my mind.
An angry crowd was forming in the streets.
Word forms
I/you/we/they: form
he/she/it: forms
present participle: forming
past tense: formed
past participle: formed
singular: form
plural: forms
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