shape

n 1: any spatial attribute (especially as defined by outline);

"he could barely make out their shapes through the

smoke" [syn: {form}, {configuration}, {contour}]

2: the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its

substance; "geometry is the mathematical science of shape"

[syn: {form}]

3: 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" [syn: {human body},

{physical body}, {material body}, {soma}, {build}, {figure},

{physique}, {anatomy}, {bod}, {chassis}, {frame}, {form},

{flesh}]

4: a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept;

"a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life" [syn:

{embodiment}]

5: the visual appearance of something or someone; "the delicate

cast of his features" [syn: {form}, {cast}]

6: the state of (good) health--especially in the phrases "in

condition" or "in shape" or "out of condition" or "out of

shape" [syn: {condition}]

7: 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"

[syn: {form}, {pattern}]

v 1: shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often

determines ability" [syn: {determine}, {influence}, {regulate}]

2: make something, usually for a specific function; "She molded

the riceballs carefully"; "Form the dough into cylinders"

[syn: {form}, {mold}, {mould}, {forge}]

3: cause to shape or form; "shape a bun"; "shape a ball from

the dough" [syn: {form}]