finely-shaped
|fine-ly-shaped|
B2
/ˈfaɪnli ʃeɪpt/
well-formed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'finely-shaped' originates from the combination of 'fine' and 'shape', where 'fine' meant 'of high quality' and 'shape' referred to 'form or outline'.
Historical Evolution
'finely-shaped' evolved from the Old English word 'scieppan', meaning 'to create or form', and 'fine', from the Latin 'finis', meaning 'end or limit'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'well-formed or crafted', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a well-defined and aesthetically pleasing form or outline.
The sculpture was finely-shaped, capturing the elegance of the human form.
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Last updated: 2025/05/13 08:08