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normal-shaped

|nor-mal-shaped|

B2

🇺🇸

/ˈnɔːr.məl ʃeɪpt/

🇬🇧

/ˈnɔː.məl ʃeɪpt/

standard form

Etymology
Etymology Information

'normal-shaped' originates from the English word 'normal' combined with 'shaped', where 'normal' meant 'conforming to a standard' and 'shaped' referred to the form or outline of something.

Historical Evolution

'normal' changed from the Latin word 'normalis' and 'shaped' from the Old English 'sceapian', eventually becoming the modern English word 'normal-shaped'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'normal' meant 'conforming to a standard', and 'shaped' referred to the form of something. This meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a shape that is considered typical or standard.

The vase was normal-shaped, fitting perfectly on the shelf.

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Last updated: 2025/04/14 08:01