shape
Translation
shape, form, figure, condition
Examples
The box has a square shape.
The box has a square shape.
He is in good shape.
He is in good shape.
Grammar Patterns
((the shape of sth.)) the form of (sth.) The shape of the cloud was a heart.
((in ... shape)) in a certain condition The car is in bad shape.
Similar Words
Synonyms: form, figure, outline; Antonyms: none
Etymology
From Old English *sceap* meaning 'creation, form'.
Memory Tips
Think of a child's toy for sorting different shapes like squares and circles.