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FRAME Synonyms

There are 40 synonyms of the word frame. (exact relations)
There are 36 hypernyms of the word frame. (close relations)

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skeleton
nounn
noun

• something reduced to its minimal form

• a scandal that is kept secret

• the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal

• the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape

border
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a line that indicates a boundary

• the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary

• the boundary of a surface

• a decorative recessed or relieved surface on an edge

• a strip forming the outer edge of something

verb

• extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle

• form the boundary of; be contiguous to

• enclose in or as if in a frame

• provide with a border or edge

• lie adjacent to another or share a boundary

framework
nounn
noun

• a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process

• the underlying structure

• a structure supporting or containing something

casing
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the housing or outer covering of something

• the outermost covering of a pneumatic tire

• the enclosing frame around a door or window opening

delineate
verbv
adjective

• represented accurately or precisely

verb

• show the form or outline of

• determine the essential quality of

• trace the shape of

• make a mark or lines on a surface

• describe in vivid detail

encase
verbv
verb

• enclose in, or as if in, a case

enclose
verbv
verb

• enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering

• close in

• surround completely

• place, fit, or thrust (something) into another thing

limn
verbv
verb

• trace the shape of

• make a portrait of

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

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

surround
verbv
noun

• the area in which something exists or lives

verb

• extend on all sides of simultaneously; encircle

• envelop completely

• surround so as to force to give up

• surround with a wall in order to fortify

anatomy
nounn
noun

• the branch of morphology that deals with the structure of animals

• alternative names for the body of a human being

• a detailed analysis

build
verbv
noun

• constitution of the human body

• alternative names for the body of a human being

verb

• make by combining materials and parts

• form or accumulate steadily

• build or establish something abstract

• improve the cleansing action of

• order, supervise, or finance the construction of

• give form to, according to a plan

• be engaged in building

• found or ground

• bolster or strengthen

• develop and grow

cast
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the actors in a play

• container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens

• the distinctive form in which a thing is made

• the visual appearance of something or someone

• bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal

• object formed by a mold

• the act of throwing dice

• the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel

• a violent throw

verb

• put or send forth

• deposit

• select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet

• throw forcefully

• assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors

• move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

• form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold

• to remove

• choose at random

• formulate in a particular style or language

• eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth

chassis
nounn
noun

• alternative names for the body of a human being

• a metal mounting for the circuit components of an electronic device

• the skeleton of a motor vehicle consisting of a steel frame supported on springs that holds the body and motor

compose
verbv
verb

• form the substance of

• write music

• produce a literary work

• put together out of existing material

• calm (someone, especially oneself); make quiet

• make up plans or basic details for

couch
nounn
noun

• an upholstered seat for more than one person

• a flat coat of paint or varnish used by artists as a primer

• a narrow bed on which a patient lies during psychiatric or psychoanalytic treatment

verb

• formulate in a particular style or language

ensnare
verbv
verb

• take or catch as if in a snare or trap

• catch in or as if in a trap

entrap
verbv
verb

• take or catch as if in a snare or trap

• catch in or as if in a trap

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

Best Hypernyms For FRAME

Alternatives for SKELETON

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