deformation
/ˌdiːfɔːrˈmeɪʃən/
noun
- The act or process of changing the shape or form of something, often by pressure or force.
- The plastic deformation of the toy made it unusable.
- The metal showed signs of deformation after the heavy weight was placed on it.
- Earthquakes can cause deformation of the ground surface.
- A change in the normal shape or appearance of something, often making it look worse or unusual.
- The old building suffered deformation due to years of neglect.
- The sculpture had a slight deformation on one side from the accident.
- The disease caused a deformation of the patient's fingers.
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