contour

UK
/ˈkɒntʊə/
US
/ˈkɑnˌtʊr/

Übersetzungen

contoursubstantiv
contours
Pl.
UK
/ˈkɒntʊə/
US
/ˈkɑnˌtʊr/
The artist sketched the contour of the landscape before adding details.
Художник набросал контур пейзажа, прежде чем добавлять детали.
The mountain's silhouette was just a dark contour against the evening sky.
Силуэт горы был просто темным очертанием на фоне вечернего неба.
Zusätzliche Übersetzungen
contourverb
contoured
Präteritum
contoured
Partizip Perfekt
contouring
Gerundium
UK
/ˈkɒn.tʊə/
US
/ˈkɑːn.tʊr/
She learned how to contour her face to enhance her features.
Она научилась контурировать лицо, чтобы подчеркнуть свои черты.
Zusätzliche Übersetzungen
contouradjektiv
UK
/ˈkɒn.tʊə/
US
/ˈkɑːn.tʊr/
Used attributively (contour map, contour pillow) and adjectivally in phrases like 'a contour gauge'.

Definitionen

contoursubstantiv
An outline representing the shape or form of something.
The artist carefully traced the contour of the model's face.
A line on a map joining points of equal height above or below sea level.
The hiker followed the contour lines on the map to navigate the mountainous terrain.
A feature or characteristic of something, especially as it relates to its shape or form.
The contour of the landscape was defined by rolling hills and deep valleys.
contourverb
To shape or mold the outline or surface of something.
The artist contoured the clay to form a delicate vase.
To mark or outline the contour of something, especially on a map.
The cartographer contoured the map to show the elevation changes in the terrain.
To apply makeup to the face in a way that enhances or alters the natural shape.
She contoured her cheekbones to give her face a more defined look.
contouradjektiv
Designed or shaped to follow, fit, or emphasize the natural outline or curves of something.
She bought a contour pillow that supports the natural curve of her neck.
Relating to or carried out along a contour line, especially to reduce soil erosion on slopes.
Contour plowing helps to conserve water and prevent erosion on hillsides.