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encircle vs shape

shape vs encircle

encircle is not a noun while shape is a noun.

encircle and shape both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
encircle No No Yes No
shape Yes No Yes No
As verbs, shape is a hypernym of encircle; that is, shape is a word with a broader meaning than encircle:
  • encircle: form or draw a circle around
  • shape: give shape or form to
Other hypernyms of encircle include form.
encircle (noun) shape (noun)
the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
the visual appearance of something or someone
alternative names for the body of a human being
a perceptual structure
a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')
encircle (verb) shape (verb)
bind with something round or circular give shape or form to
form or draw a circle around shape or influence; give direction to
make something, usually for a specific function
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