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change shape vs stretch

stretch vs change shape

change shape is not a noun while stretch is a noun.

change shape is not an adjective while stretch is an adjective.

change shape and stretch both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
change shape No No Yes No
stretch Yes Yes Yes No
As verbs, stretch is a hyponym of change shape; that is, stretch is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than change shape:
  • change shape: assume a different shape or form
  • stretch: extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length
change shape (noun) stretch (noun)
exercise designed to extend the limbs and muscles to their full extent
the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
extension to or beyond the ordinary limit
a straightaway section of a racetrack
the capacity for being stretched
a large and unbroken expanse or distance
an unbroken period of time during which you do something
change shape (adjective) stretch (adjective)
easily stretched
having an elongated seating area
change shape (verb) stretch (verb)
assume a different shape or form extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body
extend one's body or limbs
become longer by being stretched and pulled
make long or longer by pulling and stretching
extend the scope or meaning of; often unduly
increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance
corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
pull in opposite directions
extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length
lie down comfortably
occupy a large, elongated area
Difference between change shape and stretch

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