contour
con
ˈkɑn
kaan
tour
ˌtʊr
toor
British pronunciation
/kˈɒntɔː/

Definition und Bedeutung von „contour“ im Englischen

Contour
01

Kontur, Umriss

the external shape, outline, or surface configuration of an object or figure
contour definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
The dress hugged the natural contours of her body.
Das Kleid umschmeichelte die natürlichen Konturen ihres Körpers.
02

Höhenlinie, Isohypse

a line on a topographic map that connects points of equal elevation, used to represent the shape and elevation of the terrain
example
Beispiele
The valley was clearly outlined by the contour lines.
Das Tal war deutlich durch die Höhenlinien umrissen.
03

die Konfiguration, die Struktur

the overall configuration or pattern of elements in a complex system, often used metaphorically to describe structure or flow
example
Beispiele
Analysts examined the contour of the political landscape.
Die Analysten untersuchten die Kontur der politischen Landschaft.
to contour
01

konturieren, formen

to shape something, emphasizing its natural curves and outlines
Transitive: to contour sth
to contour definition and meaning
example
Beispiele
Landscapers contoured the garden to create visually appealing slopes and curves.
Die Landschaftsgestalter konturierten den Garten, um optisch ansprechende Hänge und Kurven zu schaffen.
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