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

Définition et signification de « contour » en anglais

Contour
01

contour, profil

the external shape, outline, or surface configuration of an object or figure
contour definition and meaning
example
Exemples
The car's sleek contours improved its aerodynamics.
Les contours élégants de la voiture ont amélioré son aérodynamisme.
02

courbe de niveau, ligne de niveau

a line on a topographic map that connects points of equal elevation, used to represent the shape and elevation of the terrain
example
Exemples
Hikers used the map's contour lines to plan their route.
Les randonneurs ont utilisé les lignes de courbe de niveau de la carte pour planifier leur itinéraire.
03

la configuration, la structure

the overall configuration or pattern of elements in a complex system, often used metaphorically to describe structure or flow
example
Exemples
He studied the contour of the melody before composing the harmony.
Il a étudié le contour de la mélodie avant de composer l'harmonie.
to contour
01

sculpter, façonner

to shape something, emphasizing its natural curves and outlines
Transitive: to contour sth
to contour definition and meaning
example
Exemples
Landscapers contoured the garden to create visually appealing slopes and curves.
Les paysagistes ont contourné le jardin pour créer des pentes et des courbes visuellement attrayantes.
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