Meaning
The shape or kind of something; also a paper with spaces to write in.
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Word origin
From Latin forma, meaning shape or mould, through Old French forme.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- forma
Grammar
Examples
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"Form" here means the shape or state of something.
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Here "form" means a paper with spaces to write in.
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"Forms" is the plural, meaning more than one form.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 9, lesson 8: form, note, sake and 7 more words.