Shape - Definition

n 1: any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline);
"he could barely make out their shapes" [syn: shape,
form, configuration, contour, conformation]
2: the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its
substance; "geometry is the mathematical science of shape"
[syn: shape, form]
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" [syn: human body,
physical body, material body, soma, build, figure,
physique, anatomy, shape, bod, chassis, frame,
form, flesh]
4: a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept;
"a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life" [syn:
shape, embodiment]
5: the visual appearance of something or someone; "the delicate
cast of his features" [syn: form, shape, cast]
6: the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in
condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of
shape') [syn: condition, shape]
7: the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military
matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe
[syn: Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe, SHAPE]
8: 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" [syn: form,
shape, pattern]
v 1: shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often
determines ability"; "mold public opinion" [syn:
determine, shape, mold, influence, regulate]
2: 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" [syn:
shape, form, work, mold, mould, forge]
3: give shape or form to; "shape the dough"; "form the young
child's character" [syn: shape, form]