contour
🇺🇸
/ˈkɑːntʊr/
🇬🇧
/ˈkɒntʊə(r)/
noun
R
The shape or outline of something, especially when it is clearly defined.
The artist drew the contour of the mountain range with a pencil.
R
A line on a map that connects points of the same elevation.
The hikers used the contour lines on the map to find the highest peak.
verb
R
To apply makeup to the face to create a more defined shape.
She contoured her cheeks to make them appear slimmer.
translation
The shape or outline of something, especially when it is clearly defined.; A line on a map that connects points of the same elevation.
To apply makeup to the face to create a more defined shape.
Word Forms
3rd Present
contours
Past
contoured
Perfect
contoured
Progressive
contouring
Plural
contours