shape

phonetic symbol: / ʃéɪp / 

shape - English Dictionary

[ 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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