deform
UK/di'fɒ:m/US
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Definitions
v.
To distort the shape or form of something.
使变形；扭曲
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedde- (away, down) + form (shape) = to take form away from; to distort. Used physically (metal deforms under heat) and figuratively.
Root form still carries 39 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
Heat can deform plastic objects.
- 2.
The pressure deformed the metal frame.