shape

Sense 1 noun

any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

he could barely make out their shapes

Sense 2 verb

shape or influence; give direction to

experience often determines ability

Sense 3 noun

the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance

geometry is the mathematical science of shape

Sense 4 verb

make something, usually for a specific function

She molded the rice balls carefully

Sense 5 noun

alternative names for the body of a human being

Leonardo studied the human body

Sense 6 verb

give shape or form to

shape the dough

Sense 7 noun

a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept

a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life

Sense 8 noun

the visual appearance of something or someone

the delicate cast of his features

Sense 9 noun

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

Sense 10 noun

a perceptual structure

the composition presents problems for students of musical form