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shaper
What does shaper mean?
A show-off; someone who swaggers or struts to impress. 'Throwing shapes' is showing off.
"Look at your man shaping around the place."
Origin
Hiberno-English, from 'throwing shapes' / posturing.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'shaper' mean?
A shaper is a show-off — someone who swaggers or struts around to impress people.
What does 'throwing shapes' mean?
It means showing off or posturing, and it's the root of calling someone a 'shaper'.
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