definition of
contour

[1] #1 contour n. [contour line] a line drawn on a map connecting points of equal height. wn

[2] #2 contour n. [shape, form, configuration, conformation] any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline); "he could barely make out their shapes". wn

[3] #3 contour v. form the contours of. wn

[4] #4 contour n. a feature (or the order or arrangement of features) of anything having a complex structure; "the contours of the melody"; "it defines a major contour of this administration". wn