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shape
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Meanings
noun
  • the external form, contours, or outline of someone or something.
    E.g. she liked the shape of his nose
  • a geometric figure such as a square, triangle, or rectangle.
  • the correct or original form or contours of something.
    E.g. her skirt had lost its shape long ago
  • the specified condition or state of someone or something.
    E.g. the company came through a difficult period in excellent financial shape
verb
  • give a particular shape or form to.
    E.g. most caves are shaped by the flow of water through limestone
  • (of a sports player or athlete) take up a stance or set oneself to perform a particular action.
    E.g. I had plenty of time and shaped to kick to the near touchline
SHAPE
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Meanings
abbreviation
  • Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe.

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