[ noun ]
■ the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
e.g.)
・geometry is the mathematical science of shape
→
form
[ noun ]
■ the visual appearance of something or someone
→
cast
,
form
[ noun ]
■ any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
e.g.)
・he could barely make out their shapes
→
configuration
,
conformation
,
contour
,
form
[ noun ]
■ alternative names for the body of a human being
→
anatomy
,
bod
,
build
,
chassis
,
figure
,
flesh
,
form
,
frame
,
human body
,
material body
,
physical body
,
physique
,
soma
[ noun ]
■ a perceptual structure
→
form
,
pattern
[ noun ]
■ a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
→
embodiment
[ noun ]
■ the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe
→
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')
→
condition
[ verb ]
■ give shape or form to
e.g.)
・shape the dough
→
form
[ verb ]
■ shape or influence
■ give direction to
→
determine
,
influence
,
mold
,
regulate
[ verb ]
■ make something, usually for a specific function
e.g.)
・shape a figure
→
forge
,
form
,
mold
,
mould
,
work
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