contour — an outline representing or bounding the shape or form of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an outline representing or bounding the shape or form of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːntʊr/
Korean meaning: 윤곽, 외곽선
Korean pronunciation: **칸**투어
Example Sentences
- The GPS showed every contour of the hiking trail, making it look like a snake's path.
- She spent an hour contouring her nose to look like a celebrity.
- The contour of the new building blends perfectly with the city skyline.
contour
NOUN//ˈkɑːntʊr//
an outline representing or bounding the shape or form of something
Student carefully draws the contour of a leaf in art class
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Trace the mountain's contour, dream of a detour to your paramour
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Origin
From French 'contour', which comes from Italian 'contorno', derived from the prefix 'con-' (with) combined with 'tornare' (to turn), ultimately from Latin 'tornare' meaning to turn or shape on a lathe.
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“The GPS showed every contour of the hiking trail, making it look like a snake's path.”
“She spent an hour contouring her nose to look like a celebrity.”
“The contour of the new building blends perfectly with the city skyline.”
“The artist carefully studied the contour of the model's face before drawing.”
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