Deformation Meaning

/ˌdɛfəˈmeɪʃən/
B2

Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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nounThe act of deforming, or state of being deformed.

nounThe act of deforming, or state of being deformed., Physically so.

The deformation of the metal was visible.
The deformation of the bone was severe.
High heat can cause significant deformation of the plastic parts.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The high pressure caused a permanent ____ of the metal structure.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ of the metal was visible.

From Old French deformation, see deform. Morphologically deform + -ation.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
The high pressure caused a permanent ____ of the metal structure.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ of the metal was visible.

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