Meaning of the word contours in English
What does contours mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
contours
Noun
the shape of a mass of land or other object, especially its curved surface or the curved shape formed by its outer edge:
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the rugged contour of the coast
Verb
to change the shape of a surface, making some parts higher and some parts lower:
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One option is to contour the bottom of the lake, making it deep in the middle and shallow at the edges.