Contour
01
kontur, omkrets
the external shape, outline, or surface configuration of an object or figure
Exempel
The dress hugged the natural contours of her body.
Klänningen smekte hennes kropps naturliga konturer.
02
höjdlinje, konturlinje
a line on a topographic map that connects points of equal elevation, used to represent the shape and elevation of the terrain
Exempel
The valley was clearly outlined by the contour lines.
Dalens konturer var tydligt markerade av höjdlinjerna.
03
konfigurationen, strukturen
the overall configuration or pattern of elements in a complex system, often used metaphorically to describe structure or flow
Exempel
Analysts examined the contour of the political landscape.
Analytikerna undersökte konturen av det politiska landskapet.
to contour
01
konturera, forma
to shape something, emphasizing its natural curves and outlines
Transitive: to contour sth
Exempel
The car manufacturer carefully contoured the body of the vehicle for aerodynamic efficiency.
Biltillverkaren konturerade noggrant fordonskroppen för aerodynamisk effektivitet.
