deformation
noun [ C or U ] uk/ˌdiː.fɔːˈmeɪ.ʃən/ us/ˌdiː.fɔːrˈmeɪ.ʃən/
变形，扭曲
the action of spoiling the usual and true shape of something, or a change in its usual and true shape
The deformation of the bones was caused by poor diet. 骨头的变形是由于饮食不良造成的。
She had an accident which caused a slight deformation of her foot. 她发生了一次事故，导致她的脚轻微变形。
See: deform
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- The nerve pain is caused by connective tissue deformation.
- During earthquakes, ground deformation can cause critically important pipelines to collapse.
- Deformation of the bones often indicates fracturing.