shape

/ʃˈeɪp/ · 1 syllable

Meaning

noun

any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
“he could barely make out their shapes”
the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
“geometry is the mathematical science of shape”
alternative names for the body of a human being
“Leonardo studied the human body”
a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
“a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life”
the visual appearance of something or someone
“the delicate cast of his features”
the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')
the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe
a perceptual structure
“the composition presents problems for students of musical form”

verb

shape or influence; give direction to
“experience often determines ability”
make something, usually for a specific function
“She molded the rice balls carefully”
give shape or form to
“shape the dough”

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