Meaning of the word pear-shaped in English

What does pear-shaped mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pear-shaped

US /ˈperˌʃeɪpt/

UK /ˈperˌʃeɪpt/

having the rounded shape of a pear

Example:

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The vase was distinctly pear-shaped.

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She had a slightly pear-shaped figure.

Synonym:

pyriform

(of a plan or situation) having gone badly wrong; failed

Example:

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The whole project went pear-shaped when the funding was cut.

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Their plans for the holiday went completely pear-shaped due to bad weather.

Synonym:

awry amiss wrong badly failed disastrous

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