Meaning of 'shape'

noun

the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance

Example: "geometry is the mathematical science of shape"

Synonyms: form

noun

the visual appearance of something or someone

Synonyms: form cast

noun

any spatial attributes, especially as defined by outline

Example: "We could barely make out their shapes."

Synonyms: form conformation configuration contour

noun

alternative names for the body of a human being

Synonyms: form frame figure anatomy chassis physique build human body physical body material body soma bod flesh

noun

a perceptual structure

Synonyms: form pattern

noun

a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept

Synonyms: embodiment

noun

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

Synonyms: condition

verb

give shape or form to

Example: "shape the dough"

Synonyms: form

verb

shape or influence

Synonyms: influence mold regulate determine

verb

make something, usually for a specific function

Synonyms: form work forge mold mould