deformation

/ˌdifɚˈmeɪʃən/

UK: /ˌdiːfɔːˈmeɪʃən/

deformation

English Noun

Definition

The act of deforming, or state of being deformed.

Etymology

From Old French deformation, see deform. Morphologically deform + -ation.

Example Sentences

"plastic deformation"
"permanent deformation"
"structural deformation"