U-shaped
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of U-shaped
First recorded in 1835–45
Example Sentences
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The Honduran American designer recently launched vibrant backless U-shaped halter tops adorned with a loose lace trim across the mid-torso.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2026
“Most firms that use dynamic pricing have some U-shaped price history,” he said.
From MarketWatch ● May 21, 2026
Parabolas are U-shaped, and not necessarily steep or upward opening.
From Barron's ● May 1, 2026
These organisms had U-shaped bodies and were anchored to the seafloor by a stalk.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 6, 2026
Tis a U-shaped ting, wit dese sharp coral banks on either side, runnin’ maybe forty, fifty mile.
From "The Cay" by Theodore Taylor
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