Definition of shape
noun:
- any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline); "he could barely make out their shapes". Synonyms: configuration, conformation, contour, form.
- the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance; "geometry is the mathematical science of shape". Synonyms: form.
- 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". Synonyms: anatomy, bod, build, chassis, figure, flesh, form, frame, human body, material body, physical body, physique, soma.
- a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept; "a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life". Synonyms: embodiment.
- the visual appearance of something or someone; "the delicate cast of his features". Synonyms: cast, form.
- the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape'). Synonyms: condition.
- the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe. Synonyms: SHAPE, Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe.
- 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". Synonyms: form, pattern.
verb:
- shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often determines ability", "mold public opinion". Synonyms: determine, influence, mold, regulate.
- 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". Synonyms: forge, form, mold, mould, work.
- give shape or form to; "shape the dough", "form the young child's character". Synonyms: form.
Related words
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Words nearby
scape, shade, shake, shale, shame, shaped, shaper, share, shave.
Rhymes with
agape, ape, cape, crepe, drape, escape, gape, grape, rape, reshape, scape, scrape, tape, videotape.
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