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. | ![]() 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 | |
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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 |