CONTOUR Synonyms
There are 9 hypernyms of the word contour. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for CONTOUR
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| configuration | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an arrangement of parts or elements • any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) | ||||||||
| form | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something • a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality • a perceptual structure • any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) • alternative names for the body of a human being • the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance • the visual appearance of something or someone • a printed document with spaces in which to write • (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups • an arrangement of the elements in a composition or discourse • a particular mode in which something is manifested • (physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary • a body of students who are taught together • an ability to perform well • a life-size dummy used to display clothes • a mold for setting concrete verb • create (as an entity) • to compose or represent • develop into a distinctive entity • give shape or form to • make something, usually for a specific function • establish or impress firmly in the mind • assume a form or shape | ||||||||
| shape | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) • the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe • the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance • alternative names for the body of a human being • a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept • the visual appearance of something or someone • the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape') • a perceptual structure verb • shape or influence; give direction to • make something, usually for a specific function • give shape or form to | ||||||||
| figure | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a diagram or picture illustrating textual material • alternative names for the body of a human being • one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration • a model of a bodily form (especially of a person) • a well-known or notable person • a combination of points and lines and planes that form a visible palpable shape • an amount of money expressed numerically • the impression produced by a person • the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals • language used in a figurative or nonliteral sense • a unitary percept having structure and coherence that is the object of attention and that stands out against a ground • a decorative or artistic work • a predetermined set of movements in dancing or skating verb • judge to be probable • be or play a part of or in • imagine; conceive of; see in one's mind • make a mathematical calculation or computation • understand | ||||||||
| outline | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the line that appears to bound an object • a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory • a schematic or preliminary plan verb • describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of • draw up an outline or sketch for something • trace the shape of | ||||||||
| profile | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an analysis (often in graphical form) representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics • an outline of something (especially a human face as seen from one side) • biographical sketch • degree of exposure to public notice • a vertical section of the Earth's crust showing the different horizons or layers verb • write about • represent in profile, by drawing or painting | ||||||||
| silhouette | nounn | |||||||
noun • an outline of a solid object (as cast by its shadow) • a drawing of the outline of an object; filled in with some uniform color verb • project on a background, such as a screen, like a silhouette • represent by a silhouette | ||||||||
| structure | nounn | |||||||
noun • a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts • the manner of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts • the complex composition of knowledge as elements and their combinations • a particular complex anatomical part of a living thing and its construction and arrangement • the people in a society considered as a system organized by a characteristic pattern of relationships verb • give a structure to | ||||||||
| lines | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a formation of people or things one beside another • a mark that is long relative to its width • a formation of people or things one behind another • a length (straight or curved) without breadth or thickness; the trace of a moving point • text consisting of a row of words written across a page or computer screen • a single frequency (or very narrow band) of radiation in a spectrum • a fortified position (especially one marking the most forward position of troops) • a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning • a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power • a connected series of events or actions or developments • a spatial location defined by a real or imaginary unidimensional extent • a slight depression or fold in the smoothness of a surface • a pipe used to transport liquids or gases • the road consisting of railroad track and roadbed • a telephone connection • acting in conformity • the hereditary derivation of an individual • something (as a cord or rope) that is long and thin and flexible • the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money • in games or sports; a mark indicating positions or bounds of the playing area • (often plural) a means of communication or access • a particular kind of product or merchandise • a commercial organization serving as a common carrier • space for one line of print (one column wide and 1/14 inch deep) used to measure advertising • the maximum credit that a customer is allowed • a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence • persuasive but insincere talk that is usually intended to deceive or impress • a short personal letter • a conceptual separation or distinction • mechanical system in a factory whereby an article is conveyed through sites at which successive operations are performed on it verb • be in line with; form a line along • cover the interior of • make a mark or lines on a surface • mark with lines • fill plentifully • reinforce with fabric | ||||||||
| contour line | nounn | |||||||
noun • a line drawn on a map connecting points of equal height | ||||||||
| conformation | nounn | |||||||
noun • a symmetrical arrangement of the parts of a thing • any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) • acting according to certain accepted standards | ||||||||
