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contoured Definition


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contour
noun
    1. The distinctive outline of something.
      Thesaurus: outline, profile, form, curve, relief, silhouette.
      Form: contours (often)
    2. A line on a map joining points of the same height or depth.
      Form: contour line
verb contoured, contouring
    1. To shape the contour of, or shape so as to fit a contour.
      Thesaurus: shape, carve, mould.
    2. To mark the contour lines on (a map).
Etymology: 17c: French, from Italian contornare to draw in outline.



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