shape

any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

• “he could barely make out their shapes through the smoke”

the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance

• “geometry is the mathematical science of shape”

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”

a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept

• “a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life”

the visual appearance of something or someone

• “the delicate cast of his features”

the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition'' or `in shape'' or `out of condition'' or `out of shape'')

young eel; may be sauteed or batter-fried

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”

shape or influence; give direction to

• “experience often determines ability”
• “mold public opinion”

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”

give a shape or form to

• “shape the dough”