Meaning of the word form in English

What does form mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

form

US /fɔːrm/

UK /fɔːm/

a particular way in which something exists or appears; a type of something

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Water can exist in solid, liquid, or gaseous form.

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The disease takes many forms.

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shape configuration structure arrangement pattern

a document with blank spaces for information to be inserted

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Please fill out this application form.

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You need to submit the completed form by Friday.

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document paper sheet questionnaire application

the customary or correct method or procedure

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It's good form to thank your host.

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He showed excellent form in the debate.

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manner method procedure etiquette protocol

to make or cause to be made into a particular shape or form

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The sculptor will form the clay into a vase.

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The children formed a circle around the teacher.

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shape mold fashion create construct

to come into existence or develop

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A new government was formed after the elections.

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Clouds form when water vapor condenses.

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develop emerge arise materialize coalesce