awkwardly-shaped
|awk-ward-ly-shaped|
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/ˈɔːkwərdli ʃeɪpt/
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/ˈɔːkwədli ʃeɪpt/
irregular form
Etymology
Etymology Information
'awkwardly-shaped' originates from the combination of 'awkward' and 'shape', where 'awkward' meant 'lacking grace or ease in movement'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'awkward' evolved from Middle English 'awkeward', which meant 'in the wrong direction'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'awkward' meant 'turned the wrong way', but over time it evolved to mean 'lacking grace or ease'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having an irregular or ungainly form or appearance.
The sculpture was awkwardly-shaped, making it difficult to find a suitable display spot.
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Last updated: 2025/02/15 19:31