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contour

UK
/ˈkɒntʊə/
US
/ˈkɑnˌtʊr/

Translations

contournoun
contours
pl
UK
/ˈkɒntʊə/
US
/ˈkɑnˌtʊr/
The artist carefully traced the contour of the model's face.
L'artiste a soigneusement tracé le contour du visage du modèle.
courbe de niveauGéographie.
The hiker followed the contour lines on the map to navigate the mountainous terrain.
Le randonneur a suivi les courbes de niveau sur la carte pour se repérer dans le terrain montagneux.
Synonyms
shape
outline
design
configuration
figure
silhouette
profile
form
contourverb
contoured
Past Simple
contoured
Past Participle
contouring
Gerund
UK
/ˈkɒn.tʊə/
US
/ˈkɑːn.tʊr/
contourerUsage courant, notamment en cosmétique et en dessin.
She contoured her cheekbones to give her face a more defined look.
Elle a contouré ses pommettes pour donner à son visage un aspect plus dessiné.
Additional translations
tracerDomaine cartographique.
modelerSens général pour donner une forme ou un relief.
Synonyms
shape
sculpt
define
outline
form
contouradjective
UK
/ˈkɒn.tʊə/
US
/ˈkɑːn.tʊr/
Used attributively (contour map, contour pillow) and adjectivally in phrases like 'a contour gauge'.
contouréSe dit d'un objet ou d'une surface conçu pour épouser les formes naturelles.
She bought a contour pillow that supports the natural curve of her neck.
Elle a acheté un oreiller contouré qui soutient la courbe naturelle de son cou.
en courbes de niveauGéographie, agriculture.
Contour plowing helps to conserve water and prevent erosion on hillsides.
Le labour en courbes de niveau aide à conserver l'eau et à prévenir l'érosion sur les pentes.

Definitions

contournoun
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.
contouradjective
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.
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