form
Translation
form, shape, document, type
Examples
Please fill in this application form.
Please fill out this application form.
The form of the building is unusual.
The form of the building is unusual.
Water is a form of liquid.
Water is a form of liquid.
Grammar Patterns
a/the form (a document) You need to sign the form.
the form of ((sth.)) (the shape of sth.) I like the form of this vase.
a form of ((sth.)) (a type of sth.) Ballet is a form of dance.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shape, structure, application, document, type, kind
Etymology
From Latin 'forma' meaning 'shape, mold, appearance'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'form' you fill out, which gives 'form' (structure) to your information.