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Shape

noun

/ʃeɪp/

Meaning

the external form or appearance of something; condition or state

the external form, contours, or outline of someone or something

The artist drew a perfect circle shape on the canvas.

The shape of the mountain was clearly visible from the valley.

form, figure, outline, configuration, contour

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form, figure, outline, configuration

Entry 2

form, contour, outline, figure

formlessness, shapelessness, amorphousness, disorder, chaos

Entry 1

formlessness, shapelessness, amorphousness

Entry 2

disorder, chaos

take shape, lose shape, change shape, shape of things, well-defined shape

Entry 1

take shape, lose shape, change shape

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shape of things, change shape, take shape, well-defined shape

a female deer, especially an adult one

a person who oversees a game or match to ensure the rules are followed

An electric appliance used to remove wrinkles from clothes by applying heat and pressure

the quality or state of being correct or precise

A state of balance, stability, and steadiness between supply and demand or different forces.

The action or capability of understanding something; the ability to understand.