shaper
noun
Simple meaning
A machine tool for shaping metal or wood.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈʃeɪpɚ
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
noun
agent noun
Any agent that shapes (something), whether literally or figuratively.
machining
A machine tool in which a single-point cutting tool mounted on a reciprocating ram is traversed across the workpiece linearly. Shapers can generate various shapes, but were most especially employed in generating flat surfaces and keyways. The shaper is nowadays obsolescent, most of its applications being served by milling machines.
machining
A machine tool for shaping metal or wood
surfing
A person who makes things
surfing
A person who designs and builds surfboards.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Uncommon
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This meaning: (agent noun) Any agent that shapes (something), whether literally or figuratively.
Used this way, shaper is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Matter-of-fact
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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Any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline).
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