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deformation definition

de·for·ma·tion (dē′fôr mā′s̸hən, def′ər-)

noun

  1. a deforming or being deformed
  2. the result of deforming; disfigurement
  3. a change in form for the worse
  4. Physics
    1. the changing of form or shape, as by stress
    2. the changed form that results

Etymology: ME deformacioun < L deformatio

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deformation Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • creep: These stresses are a consequence of the loadings but as service proceeds and creep deformation occurs the stresses will change with time.

Adjective modifier

  • crustal: Results will define the age of the Scottish drainage divide and test models which predict divide migration in response to crustal deformation.

Modifies a noun

  • modeling: Seismic deformation modeling is based on the theory of Okada ( 1985 ).

Noun used with modifier

  • soft-sediment: The relatively even bedding, moreover, shown in the section drawings from the site indicates a lack of soft-sediment deformation.
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