SHAPE

(noun) the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
"geometry is the mathematical science of shape"
synonyms : form
(noun) the visual appearance of something or someone
"the delicate cast of his features"
synonyms : cast , form
(noun) any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
"he could barely make out their shapes"
synonyms : configuration , conformation , contour , form
(noun) 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"
synonyms : anatomy , bod , build , chassis , figure , flesh , form , frame , human body , material body , physical body , physique , soma
Spinal chord is like the chassis of the human body. -added by Aswathy_inlas
(noun) 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"
synonyms : form , pattern
(noun) a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
"a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life"
synonyms : embodiment
(noun) the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe
synonyms : supreme headquarters allied powers europe
(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
"shape the dough", "form the young child's character"
synonyms : form
(verb) shape or influence; give direction to
"experience often determines ability", "mold public opinion"
synonyms : determine , influence , mold , regulate
(verb) 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"
synonyms : forge , form , mold , mould , work

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