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incurvation

/ˌɪn.kɜːˈveɪ.ʃən/

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noun

/ˌɪn.kɜːˈveɪ.ʃən/C2formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее форму, которая изгибается или искривляется внутрь, или действие по созданию такой изогнутой формы.

A noun referring to a shape that curves or bends inward, or the action of creating such a curved shape.

  1. Inward curveC2formal

    A shape that curves or bends inward, like a concave form.

    ruВогнутость

    • The incurvation of the ancient bowl was carefully measured by the archaeologist.
    • The spine's natural incurvation helps absorb shock.
    • The artist captured the subtle incurvation of the leaf in her sculpture.

    Synonymsconcavitydepressionhollowincurvatureindentation

  2. Action of bending inwardC2formal

    The process or action of creating a curved or bent shape, especially inward.

    ruИзгиб внутрь

    • The incurvation of the metal rod was achieved by applying heat and pressure.
    • The engineer studied the incurvation of the bridge's arch.
    • The gradual incurvation of the tree trunk was caused by the prevailing wind.

    Synonymscurvingflexureincurvature

Forms
  • incurvations plural form
  • incurvations' possessive plural form
  • incurvation's possessive singular form