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shape
the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
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noun
the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
“geometry is the mathematical science of shape”
noun
the visual appearance of something or someone
“the delicate cast of his features”
noun
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
“he could barely make out their shapes”
noun
alternative names for the body of a human being
“Leonardo studied the human body”
noun
a perceptual structure
“the composition presents problems for students of musical form”
noun
a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
“a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life”
noun
the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases ‘in condition’ or ‘in shape’ or ‘out of condition’ or ‘out of shape’)
verb
give shape or form to
“shape the dough”
verb
shape or influence; give direction to
“experience often determines ability”
verb
make something, usually for a specific function
“She molded the rice balls carefully”
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geometry is the mathematical science of shape
the delicate cast of his features
he could barely make out their shapes
Leonardo studied the human body
he has a strong physique
the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak
the composition presents problems for students of musical form
a visual pattern must include not only objects but the spaces between them
a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life
shape the dough
form the young child's character
experience often determines ability
mold public opinion
She molded the rice balls carefully
Form cylinders from the dough
shape a figure
Work the metal into a sword
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