fadge

/ˈfædʒ/; /ˈfædʒi/; /ˈfeɪdʒ/; /ˈfeɪdʒi/

Definitions

1. verb

to become or cause something to become warped or distorted, especially by heat

“The metal pipes fadge over time due to the high temperatures they’re exposed to.”

2. noun

a warp or distortion in something, especially due to heat

“The engineer checked the pipes for any signs of fadge before they were used in the construction project.”

3. verb

to make something fit, by cutting or shaping it to match

“The tailor had to fadge the pants to fit the customer’s unusual legs.”

4. noun

a makeshift or temporary adjustment, especially to make something fit

“The mechanic made a fadge to the car’s engine to get it running again.”

Synonyms

  • deform
  • distort
  • mangle
  • warp

Antonyms

  • adjust
  • align
  • straighten