| Noun | 1. | shape - any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline); "he could barely make out their shapes through the smoke" |
| 2. | shape - the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance; "geometry is the mathematical science of shape" Synonyms: form | |
| 3. | shape - 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: chassis, bod, human body, material body, physical body, physique, build, anatomy, figure, flesh, frame, soma, form | |
| 4. | shape - a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept; "a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life" Synonyms: embodiment | |
| 5. | shape - the visual appearance of something or someone; "the delicate cast of his features" | |
| 6. | shape - the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape') Synonyms: condition | |
| 7. | SHAPE - the supremem headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe | |
| 8. | shape - 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" | |
| Verb | 1. | shape - shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often determines ability"; "mold public opinion" |
| 2. | shape - make something, usually for a specific function; "She molded the riceballs carefully"; "Form cylinders from the dough"; "shape a figure"; "Work the metal into a sword" | |
| 3. | shape - give a shape or form to; "shape the dough" Synonyms: form |
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