1. changes in the shape or form of something, especially when caused by pressure or force
2. abnormal changes in the structure of body parts, often present from birth
Usage: medical
3. changes in the shape of materials or structures under stress
Usage: engineering; physics

Examples

• The earthquake caused severe deformations in the building’s structure.
• Scientists studied the deformations of metal under extreme heat.
• Birth deformations can sometimes be corrected with surgery.
• The bridge showed signs of deformations after years of heavy traffic.
• Geologists examined rock deformations caused by tectonic pressure.
• The crash test revealed significant deformations in the car’s frame.
• Medical imaging revealed spinal deformations in the patient.