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Contour
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contorno
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
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curva di livello
a line drawn on a map connecting points of equal height
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contorno
a feature (or the order or arrangement of features) of anything having a complex structure
to contour
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contornare
to shape something, emphasizing its natural curves and outlines
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The headlights of the oncoming cars etched the contours of the road ahead.
The harsh sunlight etched the contours of the mountains against the clear blue sky.
In linguistic studies, researchers analyze the intonational contours of different languages.
Her slender fingers delicately traced the contours of the sculpture, admiring its intricate details.
The geologist outlined the contours of the rock formation on the map to illustrate its shape and size.
