noun General Slang

shaper

SHAY-per · noun · informal

A show-off who struts around

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Definitions

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A show-off; someone who swaggers or struts to impress. 'Throwing shapes' is showing off.

“Look at your man shaping around the place.”
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shaper In A Sentence

Look at your man shaping around the place.

Origin & Usage

Hiberno-English, from 'throwing shapes' / posturing.

People Also Ask

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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