Conformation


[kon-fawr-mey-shuh n] /ˌkɒn fɔrˈmeɪ ʃən/

noun
1.
manner of formation; structure; form, as of a physical entity.
2.
symmetrical disposition or arrangement of parts.
3.
the act or process of ; adaptation; adjustment.
4.
the state of being .
5.
Chemistry. an atomic spatial arrangement that results from rotation of carbon atoms about single bonds within an organic molecule. (contrasted with ).
/ˌkɒnfɔːˈmeɪʃən/
noun
1.
the general shape or outline of an object; configuration
2.
the arrangement of the parts of an object
3.
the act or state of conforming
4.
(chem)

n.

1510s, from Latin conformationem (nominative conformatio) “a symmetrical forming,” noun of action from past participle stem of conformare (see conform).

conformation con·for·ma·tion (kŏn’fər-mā’shən)
n.
One of the spatial arrangements of atoms in a molecule that can come about through free rotation of the atoms about a single chemical bond.

Read Also:

  • Conformational

    [kon-fawr-mey-shuh n] /ˌkɒn fɔrˈmeɪ ʃən/ noun 1. manner of formation; structure; form, as of a physical entity. 2. symmetrical disposition or arrangement of parts. 3. the act or process of ; adaptation; adjustment. 4. the state of being . 5. Chemistry. an atomic spatial arrangement that results from rotation of carbon atoms about single bonds […]

  • Conformational analysis

    noun 1. (chem) the study of the spatial arrangement of atoms or groups of atoms in a molecule and the way in which this influences chemical behaviour

  • Conformed

    [kuh n-fawrm] /kənˈfɔrm/ verb (used without object) 1. to act in accordance or harmony; comply (usually followed by to): to conform to rules. 2. to act in accord with the prevailing standards, attitudes, practices, etc., of society or a group: One has to conform in order to succeed in this company. 3. to be or […]

  • Conformer

    [kuh n-fawrm] /kənˈfɔrm/ verb (used without object) 1. to act in accordance or harmony; comply (usually followed by to): to conform to rules. 2. to act in accord with the prevailing standards, attitudes, practices, etc., of society or a group: One has to conform in order to succeed in this company. 3. to be or […]

  • Conforming

    [kuh n-fawrm] /kənˈfɔrm/ verb (used without object) 1. to act in accordance or harmony; comply (usually followed by to): to conform to rules. 2. to act in accord with the prevailing standards, attitudes, practices, etc., of society or a group: One has to conform in order to succeed in this company. 3. to be or […]


Disclaimer: Conformation definition / meaning should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional. All content on this website is for informational purposes only.