gently-formed
|gen-tly-formed|
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/ˈdʒɛntli fɔrmd/
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/ˈdʒɛntli fɔːmd/
softly shaped
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gently-formed' originates from the combination of 'gentle' and 'form', where 'gentle' meant 'mild or soft' and 'form' meant 'to shape or create'.
Historical Evolution
'gently' changed from the Old French word 'gentil' meaning 'noble or kind', and 'form' from the Latin word 'forma' meaning 'shape or appearance'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'gentle' meant 'noble or kind', but over time it evolved to mean 'mild or soft', and 'form' has largely retained its meaning of 'shape or create'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
shaped or created in a delicate or soft manner.
The sculpture was gently-formed, with smooth curves and soft edges.
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Last updated: 2025/05/13 11:37