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shaping

/ʃˈeɪpɪŋ/noun, adjective2 syllables

Shaping means: forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning.

Synonyms for shaping5

noun, as in any process serving to define the shape of something

defining

noun, as in the act of fabricating something in a particular shape

formation

adjective, as in forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning

formative, plastic, constructive

What does shaping mean?3

adjective

1

forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning“a formative influence”

noun

1

any process serving to define the shape of something

2

the act of fabricating something in a particular shape

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with shaping?5

two syllables

rapingscrapingtapinggaping

three syllables

escaping
Show 40 near rhymes
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Shaping in a sentence

  • I'm proactive in shaping my reality, rather than being a passive observer.Nuel
  • The summer is shaping up to be eventful.Nuel
  • This competition is shaping up to be one for the books!megamanenm
  • People you meet daily are influential in shaping up your own future.LoverofEnglish
  • People you meet daily play a crucial role in shaping up your life.LoverofEnglish
  • Family traditions play a crucial role in shaping our identity and bond.Nuel
  • Culture plays a dynamic role in shaping an individual's character, attitude, and outlook on life.saeb
  • The impact of this experience will continue to resonate with me, shaping my perspective on life.Nuel

Sentences from Tatoeba, CC BY 2.0 FR, credited to their authors.

Forms of shaping

as a noun

plural
shapings