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Definitions for: Incurvation
[n] the action of creating a curved shape
[n] a shape that curves or bends inward
Webster (1913) Definition: In`cur*va"tion, n. [L. incurvatio: cf. F.
incurvation.]
1. The act of bending, or curving.
2. The state of being bent or curved; curvature.
An incurvation of the rays. --Derham.
3. The act of bowing, or bending the body, in respect or
reverence. ``The incurvations of the knee.'' --Bp. Hall.
Synonyms: concave shape, concavity, incurvature
See Also: bending, bowl, corner, cup, depression, fossa, impression, imprint, indentation, indenture, niche, pit, pocket, recess, recession, scoop, solid, trough
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