forme

noun
  1. An obsolete spelling of 'form', referring to the shape or configuration of something. noun
    The sculpture's forme was admired by all who saw it.
    In the old manuscript, the word 'forme' was used instead of 'form'.
  2. In printing, a forme refers to a body of type secured in a chase for printing. noun
    The printer carefully arranged the letters in the forme before starting the press.
    Each forme was checked for errors before the final print run.