shape

shapes shaped shaping
Noun
1. any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline); "he could barely make out their shapes through the smoke"
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2. the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance; "geometry is the mathematical science of shape"
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3. 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"
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4. a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept; "a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life"
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5. the visual appearance of something or someone; "the delicate cast of his features"
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6. the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')
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7. 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"
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Verb
1. shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often determines ability"; "mold public opinion"
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2. make something, usually for a specific function; "She molded the riceballs carefully"; "Form cylinders from the dough"; "shape a figure"; "Work the metal into a sword"
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3. give a shape or form to; "shape the dough"
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