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shape

Nouns

• (n) any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
  • he could barely make out their shapes
  configuration, conformation, contour, form,
• (n) the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
  • geometry is the mathematical science of shape
  form,
• (n) alternative names for the body of a human being
  • Leonardo studied the human body
  • he has a strong physique
  • the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak
  bod, chassis, human body, material body, physical body, anatomy, build, figure, flesh, physique, frame, soma, form,
• (n) a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
  • a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life
  embodiment,
• (n) the visual appearance of something or someone
  • the delicate cast of his features
  cast, form,
• (n) the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases "in condition" or "in shape" or "out of condition" or "out of shape") condition,
• (n) the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe,
• (n) a perceptual structure
  • the composition presents problems for students of musical form
  • a visual pattern must include not only objects but the spaces between them
  pattern, form,

Verbs

• (v) shape or influence; give direction to
  • experience often determines ability
  • mold public opinion
  determine, influence, regulate, mold,
• (v) make something, usually for a specific function
  • She molded the rice balls carefully
  • Form cylinders from the dough
  • shape a figure
  • Work the metal into a sword
  mould, mold, form, forge, work,
• (v) give shape or form to
  • shape the dough
  • form the young child's character
  form,

Synonyms

determine influence regulate mold configuration conformation contour form mould forge work bod chassis human body material body physical body anatomy build figure flesh physique frame soma embodiment cast condition Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe pattern

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