Deformerade

Deformerade is a Swedish adjective meaning deformed, used to describe objects whose shape has been altered from their original form. The term is commonly formed as deformerad in singular or deformerade in plural, and can refer to both physical objects and abstract shapes. It denotes a departure from a standard geometry due to external or internal forces, such as mechanical stress, heat, chemical changes, or biological processes.

In geology and geology-related disciplines, deformerade bergarter (deformed rocks) describe rocks that have been stretched, folded, or otherwise reshaped by tectonic forces or metamorphic processes. The concept is central to understanding mountain-building, plate tectonics, and the history of Earth's crust. In biology and medicine, deformerade organs or tissues may result from congenital conditions, injury, or disease that alters normal morphology. For example, deformations can occur in bones or soft tissues, affecting function and appearance.

In engineering and materials science, deformations refer to permanent changes in shape after plastic flow or mechanical loading. Deformerade components are those that no longer conform to their original tolerances and may require redesign, rehabilitation, or replacement. Measuring deformation often involves imaging, 3D scanning, or strain analysis to assess the extent and impact of the shape change.

See also: deformation, omformning, deformation analysis.