plainforms

noun
UK /ˈpleɪn.fɔːmz/
US /ˈpleɪn.fɔːrmz/

Simple shapes with no extra decoration.

The artist drew plainforms like circles and squares on the paper.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Basic designs without fancy details.

The website uses plainforms for its buttons and icons.

3. Ordinary or uncomplicated versions of something.

The teacher handed out plainforms of the worksheet for younger students.

4. Shapes used in early drawing lessons.

Children learn to recognize plainforms before drawing complex pictures.