curved shape
Definition
- Noun:
- A line or surface that deviates from straightness without sharp angles: A "curved shape" is the form or outline of something that bends or arcs smoothly. It is the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes continuously.
- A non-linear geometric form: It refers to any shape that is not composed of straight line segments, characterized by a continuous bend.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The artist drew a perfect curved shape on the canvas. (The artist drew a perfect non-linear form.)
- The road follows the curved shape of the coastline. (The road follows the bending form of the coastline.)
- In mathematics, a circle is a simple closed curved shape. (In mathematics, a circle is a simple closed non-linear form.)
Advanced Usage
- "To take on a curved shape": to become bent or arched.
- The metal bar took on a curved shape after being heated. (The metal bar became bent after the heating process.)
- Describing specific curves:
- The parabolic curved shape of the satellite dish is designed to focus signals. (The specific arc form of the dish is for focusing.)
Variants and Related Words
- Curve (n): A line or outline that gradually deviates from being straight. (e.g., )
- Curvature (n): The degree to which a curve deviates from a straight line. (e.g., )
- Arc (n): A part of the circumference of a circle or other curved shape. (e.g., )
- Bend (n): A curved or angled part of something. (e.g., )
Synonyms
- Arc: A curved line or shape.
- Bend: A curve or turn in something.
- Arch: A curved symmetrical structure or shape.
- Contour: The outline of a figure or body, often implying a curved form.
Related Phrases
- Gentle curve: A wide, smooth bend.
- The path had a gentle curve leading to the garden.
- Tight curve: A narrow, sharp bend.
- The driver slowed down for the tight curve.
Related Idioms
- To throw a curve (ball): To present a surprise or unexpected problem. (Note: This idiom uses "curve" from baseball, not "curved shape" directly, but is a related figurative use of the root word.)
- The new regulations really threw us a curve.
Noun
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the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes
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