(~s, ~ing, ~ed)
1.
A ~ is a curve or twist in something which is otherwise or normally straight.
...a tiny black kitten with tufted ears and a ~ in her tail.
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2.
If something ~s or is ~ed, it has, or it develops a curve or twist in it.
...her wet hair ~ing in the breeze...
Care is needed when loading the roll to prevent twisting or ~ing the film...
VERB: V, V n