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misshapen

[mis-shey-puhn, mish-] / mɪsˈʃeɪ pən, mɪʃ- /


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“Predator: Badlands” has a misshapen gait to it, like a comedy skit drawn out to feature length.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 12, 2025

Sickle cell disease can be life-threatening and cause recurring intense pain, when blood vessels become blocked by misshapen red cells.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2025

So-called "ugly" produce — misshapen food that never makes it to the grocery store because of its looks — falls into this category.

From Salon • Aug. 14, 2024

These misshapen proteins can disrupt mitochondria’s ability to produce the energy cells need.

From Science Magazine • May 22, 2024

I looked through the open window, where, standing on the branch of a ginkgo tree, a male pigeon was examining his misshapen foot.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris