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