What does shape mean in English? Meaning of shape definition and abbreviation with examples.
Meaning of "shape": any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
Noun
Meaning: any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)Example: he could barely make out their shapesSynonyms: configuration
conformation
contour
form
shapeHyponyms: angularity
bluntness
concaveness
concavity
convexity
convexness
crookedness
curvature
curve
dullness
keenness
lobularity
narrowing
roundness
sharpness
straightness
stratification
topographyHypernyms: spatial property
spatialityMeaning of "shape": shape or influence; give direction to
Verb
Meaning: shape or influence; give direction toExample: experience often determines ability
mold public opinionSynonyms: determine
influence
mold
regulate
shapeHyponyms: carry weight
decide
disincline
dispose
incline
index
indispose
miscreate
pace
predetermine
reshape
timeHypernyms: cause
do
makeMeaning of "shape": the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
Noun
Meaning: the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substanceExample: geometry is the mathematical science of shapeSynonyms: form
shapeHyponyms: amorphous shape
angular shape
angularity
circle
column
connection
connexion
distorted shape
distortion
figure
flair
flare
line
link
natural shape
pillar
plane
plume
round shape
sheet
solid
square
tower
triangleHypernyms: attributeMeaning of "shape": make something, usually for a specific function
Verb
Meaning: make something, usually for a specific functionExample: She molded the rice balls carefully
Form cylinders from the dough
shape a figure
Work the metal into a swordSynonyms: forge
form
mold
mould
shape
workHyponyms: beat
carve
cast
chip
coil
cut out
grind
hand-build
handbuild
hill
layer
machine
model
mold
mould
mound
preform
puddle
remold
reshape
roughcast
sculpt
sculpture
sinter
stamp
swage
throw
upsetHypernyms: create from raw material
create from raw stuffMeaning of "shape": alternative names for the body of a human being
Noun
Meaning: alternative names for the body of a human beingExample: Leonardo studied the human body
he has a strong physique
the spirit is willing but the flesh is weakSynonyms: anatomy
bod
build
chassis
figure
flesh
form
frame
human body
material body
physical body
physique
shape
somaHyponyms: adult body
female body
juvenile body
male body
personHypernyms: body
organic structure
physical structureMeaning of "shape": give shape or form to
Verb
Meaning: give shape or form toExample: shape the dough
form the young child's characterSynonyms: form
shapeHyponyms: block
blow
circle
crystalise
crystalize
crystallise
crystallize
cup
deform
dimension
dish
distort
draw
encircle
fit
flatten
fork
individuate
plume
ridge
roll
round
round off
round out
scallop
scollop
sliver
square
square up
strain
strike
tabulate
terrace
tie
turn
twistHypernyms: alter
change
modifyMeaning of "shape": a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
Noun
Meaning: a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous conceptExample: a circle was the embodiment of his concept of lifeSynonyms: embodiment
shapeHypernyms: concrete representation
concretismMeaning of "shape": the visual appearance of something or someone
Noun
Meaning: the visual appearance of something or someoneExample: the delicate cast of his featuresSynonyms: cast
form
shapeHypernyms: appearance
visual aspectMeaning of "shape": the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')
Noun
Meaning: the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')Synonyms: condition
shapeHyponyms: fitness
physical fitnessHypernyms: good health
healthinessMeaning of "shape": the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe
Noun
Meaning: the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command EuropeSynonyms: shape
supreme headquarters allied powers europeHypernyms: high command
supreme headquartersMeaning of "shape": a perceptual structure
Noun
Meaning: a perceptual structureExample: the composition presents problems for students of musical form
a visual pattern must include not only objects but the spaces between themSynonyms: form
pattern
shapeHyponyms: fractal
gestalt
grid
kaleidoscope
mosaic
strandHypernyms: structureSynonyms:
body, silhouette, outline, format, pattern, frame, shadow, architecture, aspect, model, configuration, contour, symmetry, appearance, metamorphosis, circumscription, mold, simulacrum, cut, embodiment, constitution, stamp, make, build, figure, profile, semblance, conformation, chassis, likeness, look, cast, construction, guise, lineation, lines, case, repair, trim, kilter, estate, fettle, whack, state, fitness, order, fashion, carve, frame, construct, embody, produce, build, forge, mold, trim, sketch, hew, pat, stamp, pattern, make, chisel, whittle, cast, cut, fabricate, assemble, model, sculpture, knead, mint, block out, streamline, crystallize, bring together, roughhew, throw together, develop, prepare, frame, modify, tailor, adapt, become, regulate, guide, define, accommodate, grow, form, remodel, work up, take form,
Antonyms:
reality, difference, destroy, raze, demolish, dismantle, ruin, deform, lose, neglect, disorganize, deform, destroy, neglect, stop,
