Deformation and Reduction

Deformation

Deformation noun - The twisting of something out of its natural or normal shape or condition.

Reduction and deformation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Reduction" instead a noun "Deformation".

Nearby Words: deformed, deform, deformity, deforming

Reduction

Reduction noun - Something that is or may be subtracted.

Deformation and reduction are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deformation" instead a noun "Reduction".

Nearby Words: reduce, reducing, reductive, reductionist

How words are described

physical physical deformation physical reduction
permanent permanent deformation permanent reduction
temporary temporary deformation temporary reduction
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