shape
nouns
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
"he could barely make out their shapes"
the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
"geometry is the mathematical science of 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"
anatomy,
bod,
build,
chassis,
figure,
flesh,
form,
frame,
human body,
material body,
physical body,
physique,
shape,
soma
a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
"a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life"
the visual appearance of something or someone
"the delicate cast of his features"
is derived from
the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')
verbs
shape or influence; give direction to
"experience often determines ability"; "mold public opinion"
is derived from
make something, usually for a specific function
"She molded the rice balls carefully"; "Form cylinders from the dough"; "shape a figure"; "Work the metal into a sword"
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