shaping Meaning, Definition & Usage

noun any process serving to define the shape of something
defining.
noun the act of fabricating something in a particular shape
formation.
verb shape or influence; give direction to
influence; shape; regulate; mold; determine.
- experience often determines ability
- mold public opinion
verb make something, usually for a specific function
mould; form; work; shape; forge; mold.
- She molded the rice balls carefully
- Form cylinders from the dough
- shape a figure
- Work the metal into a sword
verb give shape or form to
shape; form.
- shape the dough
- form the young child's character
adjective satellite forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning
formative; plastic.
- a formative influence
- a formative experience