conformations

noun

plural of conformation
1
as in shapes
the outward appearance of something as distinguished from its substance an ice sculpture in the conformation of a swan

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2
as in layouts
the way in which something is sized, arranged, or organized the regular conformation of particles in a crystal

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3
as in adjustments
the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation the conformation of their lives to the changing social order

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  1. shapes
  2. layouts
  3. adjustments
  4. forms
  5. formations
  6. adaptations
  7. geometries
  8. formats
Noun
  • David Shnaiderov, who directs the Nuclear Quantum division at Quantum X Labs, pointed out that simulating particle transport is useless without a practical way to represent real physical shapes.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026
  • If using a Satsuma, peel it by hand, remove any particularly thick, stringy bits or pieces of pith, and then cut it into similar shapes.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of shapes
Noun
  • Autumn Ring will return in December for the first time since GT6, and interestingly, it’ll be offered with two layouts.
    — Adam Ismail, The Drive, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Mini Domy The Brda has lots of options available, including different interior layouts, an optional deck area, and the ability to swap out the steps for an indoor spiral staircase.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of layouts
Noun
  • Understanding the environment, observing personal habits and making thoughtful adjustments including blue-light-blocking glasses can help create a more intentional transition from daytime activity to bedtime.
    — Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 11 Sep. 2026
  • But when freewheeling Fred Silverman took over the network a year later, the concept got a green light, with some minor adjustments.
    — Michael Callahan, HollywoodReporter, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of adjustments
Noun
  • Curated by Our Editors Fog forms and dissipates and moves, all without a care for scientists’ experiments, and bacteria are difficult to keep tabs on.
    — Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The count is also used to distribute many forms of federal funding.
    — Bart Jansen, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of forms
Noun
  • These subsurface formations are hotter than 750°F (399°C) and hold enough energy to transform green grid economics.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Additional study of the hexagon and now a decagon could help astronomers compare formations on the opposite ends of Saturn and learn more about a gas giant's weather patterns, according to NASA.
    — Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of formations
Noun
  • Yamamoto’s story — and the TV adaptations overseen by Osamu Dezaki, a Swiss Army–knife anime director known for bringing action, sports, and soapy high-school melodrama to life onscreen — spends a huge chunk of time on Hiromi’s insecurities.
    — Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026
  • And that brings us to limited/anthology, which is typically the place where adaptations thrive.
    — Michael Schneider, Variety, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of adaptations
Noun
  • Such components can benefit from additive manufacturing because the technology lets engineers create geometries that would be difficult or impossible to produce with traditional manufacturing methods.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026
  • The reason totality differs in length between solar eclipses owes to the orbital geometries of the moon around Earth and the Earth around the sun.
    — Raf Sanchez, NBC news, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of geometries
Noun
  • Johnson is the type of player who can provide cost-efficient production and improve the near-term outlook of a dynasty team around the margins — especially in TE-premium scoring formats.
    — Jakob Sanderson, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Under the partnership, Mad Solutions and IRTH will develop original films, television series and other formats, including projects built around talent represented by MAD Celebrity.
    — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of formats
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