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conformation

con·for·ma·tion [ kòn fawr máysh'n ] (plural con·for·ma·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. something's structure: the shape, outline, or form of something, especially an animal, determined by the way in which its parts are arranged
the ideal conformation of a young horse suitable as a family mount

2. symmetry: symmetrical arrangement of parts
That sculpture shows excellent conformation.

3. chemistry molecular arrangement: a spatial arrangement of the atoms of a molecule, especially one that results from rotation around a single bond

4. creation of conformity: bringing the process of one thing into accord with another


con·for·ma·tion·al adjective
con·for·ma·tion·al·ly adverb
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