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SHAPING

(noun, adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Shaping.

Shaping - as a noun

Any process serving to define the shape of something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defining13

The act of fabricating something in a particular shape

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
formation14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fabrication18manufacture18manufacturing21
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Shaping - as an adjective satellite

Forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning

Example: "A formative influence"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
formative17plastic11

Shaping - as a verb

To create or make.

Example: "Earth was shapen by god for god's folk."

To give something a shape and definition.

Example: "Shape the dough into a pretzel.   for my art project, i plan to shape my clay lump into a bowl."

To form or manipulate something into a certain shape.

(of a country, person, etc) to give influence to.

To suit; to be adjusted or conformable.

To imagine; to conceive.

Example Sentences

"The shaping of clay requires precision and patience."
"Music has a profound effect on the emotional shaping of a film."
"The shaping of public opinion is a powerful tool in politics."
"The shaping of the new policies will be done by a committee."
"The shaping of the mountains over millions of years is a geological process."
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Word Game Points

Is SHAPING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shaping is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SHAPING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is SHAPING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shaping is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHAPING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is SHAPING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shaping is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHAPING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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