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shape n. [
form, configuration, contour, conformation] any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline); "he could barely make out their shapes"
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shape v. [
determine, mold, influence, regulate] shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often determines ability"; "mold public opinion"
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shape n. [
form] the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance; "geometry is the mathematical science of shape"
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shape v. [
form, work, mold, mould, forge] 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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shape n. [
human body, physical body, material body, soma, build, figure, physique, anatomy, bod, chassis, frame, form, flesh] 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"
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