shape
     n 1: any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline);
          "he could barely make out their shapes through the
          smoke" [syn: {form}, {configuration}, {contour}, {conformation}]
     2: the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its
        substance; "geometry is the mathematical science of shape"
        [syn: {form}]
     3: 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" [syn: {human body},
         {physical body}, {material body}, {soma}, {build}, {figure},
         {physique}, {anatomy}, {bod}, {chassis}, {frame}, {form},
         {flesh}]
     4: a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept;
        "a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life" [syn:
         {embodiment}]
     5: the visual appearance of something or someone; "the delicate
        cast of his features" [syn: {form}, {cast}]
     6: the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in
        condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of
        shape') [syn: {condition}]
     7: the supremem headquarters that advises NATO on military
        matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command
        Europe [syn: {Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe}]
     8: a perceptual structure; "the composition presents problems
        for students of musical form"; "a visual pattern must
        include not only objects but the spaces between them"
        [syn: {form}, {pattern}]
     v 1: shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often
          determines ability"; "mold public opinion" [syn: {determine},
           {mold}, {influence}, {regulate}]
     2: make something, usually for a specific function; "She molded
        the riceballs carefully"; "Form cylinders from the dough";
        "shape a figure"; "Work the metal into a sword" [syn: {form},
         {work}, {mold}, {mould}, {forge}]
     3: give a shape or form to; "shape the dough" [syn: {form}]
Source: WordNet® 2.0