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perfectly-shaped

|per-fec-tly-shaped|

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/ˈpɜːrfɪktli ʃeɪpt/

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/ˈpɜːfɪktli ʃeɪpt/

ideal or flawless form

Etymology
Etymology Information

'perfectly-shaped' is a compound formed from 'perfectly' (from Latin 'perfectus', meaning 'completed, excellent') and 'shaped' (from Old English 'sceapian', meaning 'to form, create').

Historical Evolution

'perfectly-shaped' combines the adverb 'perfectly' and the past participle 'shaped', a pattern common in modern English to describe ideal forms.

Meaning Changes

Initially, the components meant 'in a perfect manner' and 'formed', and together they evolved to mean 'having an ideal or flawless form'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a form or contour that is considered ideal or flawless in proportion and appearance.

She has a perfectly-shaped face.

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Last updated: 2025/08/03 18:24