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The external form, contours, or outline of someone or something
“My finger traces the seven stars, outlining the shape of a ladle.”
A specific form or guise assumed by someone or something
“The evil witch did not appreciate the young man's insults and angrily turned him into the shape of a toad.”
The specified condition or state of someone or something
“He stays in excellent shape through regular exercise and a healthy diet.”
The natural constitution, or physical structure, of a person
The way in which something has been arranged, designed or organized
A class, group, or kind sharing certain characteristics or qualities
One's temperament or mental state
Geometric shape with straight sides, forming a closed figure
The real physical matter of which a person or thing consists and which has a tangible, solid presence
A symbol or word used to represent an operation, instruction, concept, or object
Rounded part of thing, usually body part
An object for holding or transporting something
A thing that cannot be seen or heard clearly
To give a particular shape or form to
“Shape the dough into a loaf, then place it seam up into the basket.”
To have a great influence on, or determine the nature of
“His inspiring speech would shape my future for many years to come.”
To put together using parts or materials
To control or determine the process or direction of
To adapt to a new climate or environment
To handle a substance physically with the intent of creating a desired form
To strategically plan a course of action
To carry out a plan with a specific purpose in mind
To train or mold by instruction or example
To attend to one's appearance, typically one's hair
To arrange systematically
To smooth or level out by rubbing or applying friction
(of vegetation) To make or become thin or sparse
To decorate or make more attractive
To line or pack with soft material
To alter something from its true state, typically to deceive
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