Shape (Noun)
Meaning 1
The spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance; "geometry is the mathematical science of shape".
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Unique beginner for nouns.
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Meaning 2
A concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept; "a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 3
The visual appearance of something or someone; "the delicate cast of his features".
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 4
The supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe.
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Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
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Meaning 5
The state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape').
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Nouns denoting natural processes.
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Meaning 6
Any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline); "he could barely make out their shapes".
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 7
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".
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Nouns denoting body parts.
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- Chassis
- Human Body
- Soma
- Build
- Form
- Physical Body
- Material Body
- Figure
- Frame
- Bod
- Physique
- Anatomy
- Flesh
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Meaning 8
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".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.