Definition
Definition of SHAPE - Reverso English Dictionary
Acronym
acr: Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers EuropeTECH. main office for NATO military operations in EuropeTECH.
- The general visited the SHAPE to discuss strategy.
- The SHAPE coordinates joint military exercises.
- Diplomats met at the SHAPE for negotiations.
Terms with SHAPE included in their meaning
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shape
round area or piece of something
liquid
small amount of liquid in a round shape
light
dark shape on a surface blocking light
shape
not bent or curved
shape
spherical object or mass
shape
become curved or form a curve
movement
change shape into a curve by force
shape
related to or resembling a circle
mathematics
shape with two intersecting lines
shape
having edges or surfaces shaped by cutting
measurement
be the right size or shape for something
work
strike repeatedly using a heavy tool to drive or shape
symbol
conventional shape symbolizing love
shape
circular or oval shape formed by curving a line back towards itself
shaping
wrap into a cylindrical shape
shape
circular or spherical object
geometry
having a circular or spherical shape
object
long and narrow in shape
physical state
firm and stable in shape
shape
having four equal sides and four right angles
geometry
shape with four equal sides and right angles
shape
the pointed end of something
motion
turn something to make a spiral shape
shape
lose its raised or uneven surface
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- French:SHAPE, ...
- German:SHAPE, ...
- Italian:SHAPE, ...
- Spanish:CUERPO, ...
- Portuguese:Quartel-General Supremo das Potências Aliadas na Europa, ...
- Chinese:欧洲盟军最高司令部, ...
- Japanese:欧州連合軍最高司令部, ...
- Arabic:المقر الأعلى لقوات الحلفاء في أوروبا, ...
- Hebrew:הַמִּפְקָדָה הָעֶלְיוֹנָה שֶׁל כּוֹחוֹת הַבְּרִית בְּאֵירוֹפָּה, ...
- Russian:ШЕЙП, ...
- Ukrainian:SHAPE, ...
- Hindi:यूरोप में मित्र शक्तियों का सर्वोच्च मुख्यालय, ...
Definition of shape - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
mathematicsTECH. geometric figure like circle or squareTECH.
- She drew a shape resembling a triangle on the board.
2.
bodythe physical form of a person
- He admired the shape of the athlete's physique.
3.
geometrythe outline or external form of an object
- The shape of the mountain was visible from afar.
4.
medicalRare the state of personal health or fitnessRare
- She was in great shape after months of training.
Verb
1.
physical shapingform something so it has a particular outline
- She shaped the clay into a vase.
2.
developmentinfluence the development of something
- His experiences shaped his personality..
3.
planningplan or prepare something carefully
- They shaped the project over several months.
Images of shape
geometric figure like circle or square
Expressions with shape
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physically fit and healthy
She exercises daily to stay in shape.
poor or deteriorated condition
The car was in rough shape after the accident.
develop or progress in a promising way
The project is shaping up nicely..
become more defined or organized
The project began to take shape after months of planning.
restore physical fitness after inactivity
She worked hard to back into shape after the injury.
improve physical fitness through exercise
She decided to get into shape for the summer.
not in good physical condition
After the long hike, he was in bad shape.
physically fit and healthy
After months of training, she's in great shape.
not in good condition or health
The car is in poor shape after the accident.
stay physically healthy and fit by exercising or eating well
She works out daily to keep in shape.
change from original form or structure
The clay sculpture began to lose its shape in the rain.
having a wide variety of forms and dimensions
The store sells toys of every shape and size.
physically unfit or lacking exercise
After months of no exercise, he felt out of shape.
to become like something in form
The clay will take the shape of the mold.
used to deny something exists or happens in any manner or method
He is not involved in any way, shape, or form in the scandal.
not in a suitable condition for something
The car was in no shape to be driven.
not at all, in any manner, shape, or condition
He is in no way, shape, or form responsible for the mistake!
train someone to perform better
The new manager will knock the staff into shape.
determine the direction of my life
The decision to move abroad shaped my life significantly.
improve or develop in a positive way
He needs to shape up to meet the team's standards.
improve something through effort or discipline
The coach beat the team into shape before the championship.
improve or organize something by applying effort or discipline
The coach hammered the team into shape before the game.
in any possible way or form
You can solve the problem in any manner or shape.
in any possible way or manner
He denied the allegations in any shape or form.
Origin of shape
Old English, sceap (form, figure)
Examples of shape in a sentence
He identified the shape as a hexagon. Her shape changed after months of training. The dress accentuated her natural shape. The shape of the sculpture was intriguing. Each shape in the pattern was unique. He's trying to get back in shape for summer.
Regular exercise keeps you in good shape. He shaped the dough into a perfect circle. The artist shaped the metal into a sculpture. Her leadership shaped the company's future. Cultural values shape societal norms. The team shaped the new policy with great care. He shaped his career path through strategic decisions.
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- French:forme, modeler, ...
- German:Figur, formen, ...
- Italian:figura, modellare, ...
- Spanish:figura, moldear, ...
- Portuguese:forma, moldar, ...
- Chinese:图形, 塑造, ...
- Japanese:図形, 形にする, ...
- Arabic:شَكْل, شَكَلَ, ...
- Hebrew:צוּרָה, לְעַצֵּב, ...
- Russian:форма, лепить, ...
- Ukrainian:форма, формувати, ...
- Hindi:आकृति, आकार देना, ...
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