shaping (A2)
verb (gerund)
Pronunciation: /ˈʃeɪpɪŋ/
Definition
The action or process of giving something a particular shape or form.
Examples
The shaping of the metal required great skill and precision.
Effective leadership involves the shaping of company culture.
The shaping of public opinion can be influenced by media.
How to Use shaping
- shape into (prepositional phrase)
- To form or develop something into a particular shape or form. — "He was shaping the clay into a bowl."
- shape up (phrasal verb)
- To develop or progress in a particular way. — "The project is shaping up nicely."
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