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form (n):
the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
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geometry is the mathematical science of shape

form (n):
a life-size dummy used to display clothes

form (n):
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
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sculpture is a form of art.
what kinds of desserts are there?

form (n):
a mold for setting concrete
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they built elaborate forms for pouring the foundation

form (n):
the visual appearance of something or someone
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the delicate cast of his features

form (n):
a particular mode in which something is manifested
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his resentment took the form of extreme hostility

form (n):
an ability to perform well
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he was at the top of his form.
the team was off form last night

form (n):
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
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he could barely make out their shapes

form (n):
alternative names for the body of a human being
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Leonardo studied the human body.
he has a strong physique.
the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak

form (n):
a perceptual structure
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the composition presents problems for students of musical form.
a visual pattern must include not only objects but the spaces between them

form (n):
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
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the inflected forms of a word can be represented by a stem and a list of inflections to be attached

form (n):
a printed document with spaces in which to write
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he filled out his tax form

form (n):
an arrangement of the elements in a composition or discourse
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the essay was in the form of a dialogue.
he first sketches the plot in outline form

form (n):
(biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups
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a new strain of microorganisms

form (n):
a body of students who are taught together
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early morning classes are always sleepy

form (n):
(physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary
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the reaction occurs in the liquid phase of the system

form (v):
give shape or form to
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shape the dough.
form the young child's character

form (v):
assume a form or shape
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the water formed little beads

form (v):
make something, usually for a specific function
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She molded the rice balls carefully.
Form cylinders from the dough.
shape a figure.
Work the metal into a sword

form (v):
create (as an entity)
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social groups form everywhere.
They formed a company

form (v):
to compose or represent:
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This wall forms the background of the stage setting.
The branches made a roof.
This makes a fine introduction

form (v):
develop into a distinctive entity
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our plans began to take shape

form (v):
establish or impress firmly in the mind
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We imprint our ideas onto our children

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Never fish in troubled water

Bulanık suda avlama.

to involve oneself in a difficult, confused, or dangerous situation, especially with a view to gaining an advantage.

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