shapeless
[ sheyp-lis ]
/ ˈʃeɪp lɪs /
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adjective
having no definite or regular shape or form: a shapeless mass of clay.
lacking beauty or elegance of form.
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shapeless
/ (ˈʃeɪplɪs) /
adjective
having no definite shape or forma shapeless mass; a shapeless argument
lacking a symmetrical or aesthetically pleasing shapea shapeless figure
Derived forms of shapeless
shapelessly, adverbshapelessness, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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