contour vs shape

shape vs contour

contour and shape both are nouns.

contour and shape both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
contour	Yes	No	Yes	No
shape	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, contour and shape are synonyms defined as:

contour and shape: any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

Other synonyms of contour include configuration, conformation, form.

contour (noun)	shape (noun)
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)	the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
a feature (or the order or arrangement of features) of anything having a complex structure	any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
a line drawn on a map connecting points of equal height	the visual appearance of something or someone
	alternative names for the body of a human being
	a perceptual structure
	a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
	the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')

contour (verb)	shape (verb)
form the contours of	give shape or form to
	shape or influence; give direction to
	make something, usually for a specific function

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