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Contour
01
contorno, perfil
the external shape, outline, or surface configuration of an object or figure
Ejemplos
She admired the graceful contour of the sculpture.
Ella admiraba el contorno grácil de la escultura.
02
curva de nivel, línea de nivel
a line on a topographic map that connects points of equal elevation, used to represent the shape and elevation of the terrain
Ejemplos
Closely spaced contour lines indicate a sharp slope.
Las líneas de curva de nivel muy juntas indican una pendiente pronunciada.
03
la configuración, la estructura
the overall configuration or pattern of elements in a complex system, often used metaphorically to describe structure or flow
Ejemplos
The novel 's emotional contour shifted dramatically in the final chapters.
to contour
01
contornear, dar forma
to shape something, emphasizing its natural curves and outlines
Transitive: to contour sth
Ejemplos
The chef used a knife to contour the vegetables into decorative shapes for the dish.
El chef usó un cuchillo para contornear las verduras en formas decorativas para el plato.
