shape

Definitions of shape in various dictionaries:

noun - any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

noun - the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance

noun - alternative names for the body of a human being

noun - a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept

noun - the visual appearance of something or someone

noun - the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')

noun - the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe

noun - a perceptual structure

verb - shape or influence

verb - make something, usually for a specific function

verb - give shape or form to

The characteristic surface configuration of a thing; an outline or a contour.

Something distinguished from its surroundings by its outline.

The contour of a person’s body; the figure.

A definite, distinctive form: “The bomb gave the shape of life, outer and inner, an irreversible charge; a sense of fatefulness would now lie on all things” (Alfred Kazin).

A desirable form: a fabric that holds its shape.

A form or condition in which something may exist or appear; embodiment: a god in the shape of a swan.

Assumed or false appearance; guise.

A ghostly form; a phantom.

Something, such as a mold or pattern, used to give or determine form.

The proper condition of something necessary for action, effectiveness, or use: an athlete in excellent shape.

To give a particular form to; create.

To cause to conform to a particular form or pattern; adapt to fit.

To plan to bring about the realization or accomplishment of; devise.

To embody in a definite form: shaped a folk legend into a full-scale opera.

To adapt to a particular use or purpose; adj ust.

To direct the course of: “He shaped history as well as being shaped by it” (Robert J.

To come to pass; happen.

To take on a definite shape or form.

To turn out; develop.

To improve so as to meet a standard: Either shape up or ship out.

adj - to give shape (outward form) to [v SHAPED, SHAPEN, SHAPING, SHAPES] : SHAPABLE

SHAPE - A shape is the form of an object or its external boundary, outline, or external surface, as opposed to other properties such as color, texture or mat...