Pear-Shaped

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Pear-Shaped

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(Adjective) A person or thing shaped like a pear - i.e., much wider at the bottom than at the top.

Usage: A person with narrow shoulders and a big rear-end might be described as "pear-shaped."

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(Adjective) Phrase used to describe a situation when events do not occur as planned or anticipated. Often implies dissapointment or discontent with results.

Usage: 'She had put so much effort into planning her daughter's party; however she was disapointed when everything went pear-shaped and the party had to be called off.'

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