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pre-shaped

|pre-shaped|

B2

/priː-ʃeɪpt/

(pre-shape)

formed in advance

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'pre-shaped' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'shape' meaning 'to form or mold.'

Historical Evolution

'pre-shaped' evolved from the combination of 'pre-' and 'shape' in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'formed before use,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

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Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

formed or shaped in advance.

The pre-shaped dough is ready for baking.

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Last updated: 2025/03/15 08:59

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