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shapely
adjective shape·ly \ˈshā-plē\
: having an attractive shape or form
shape·li·ershape·li·est
Full Definition of SHAPELY
1
: having a regular or pleasing shape
2
: orderly and consistent in arrangement or plan <shapely essays>
— shape·li·ness noun
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First Known Use of SHAPELY
14th century
Related to SHAPELY
- Synonyms
- curvy, pneumatic, curvaceous
SHAPELY Defined for Kids
shapely
adjective shape·ly \ˈshā-plē\
shape·li·ershape·li·est
Definition of SHAPELY for Kids
: having a pleasing shape or form
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