any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance

alternative names for the body of a human being

a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept

the visual appearance of something or someone

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

the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe

a perceptual structure

shape or influence; give direction to

make something, usually for a specific function

give shape or form to

the tendency to perceive the shape of a rigid object as constant despite differences in the viewing angle (and consequent differences in the shape of the pattern projected on the retina of the eye)

develop in a positive way

a way of hiring longshoremen by the day; applicants gather around a union boss who selects those to be hired

shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort)

having the shape of

having no definite form or distinct shape

lacking symmetry or attractive form

in a shapeless manner

an amorphous or indefinite shape

the quality of lacking an esthetically pleasing shape

the quality of having a well-rounded body

having a well-proportioned and pleasing shape

a person who makes things

a machine tool for shaping metal or wood