To become something different
To give a particular shape or form to
“Shape the dough into a loaf, then place it seam up into the basket.”
To have a great influence on, or determine the nature of
“His inspiring speech would shape my future for many years to come.”
To adapt or design for a particular purpose or person
To put together using parts or materials
To control or determine the process or direction of
To adapt to a new climate or environment
To handle a substance physically with the intent of creating a desired form
To strategically plan a course of action
To cause a profound effect
To carry out a plan with a specific purpose in mind
To train or mold by instruction or example
To attend to one's appearance, typically one's hair
To change or cause to change in nature, state, form, or color
To arrange systematically
To develop or bring about the existence of (something)
To smooth or level out by rubbing or applying friction
(of vegetation) To make or become thin or sparse
To decorate or make more attractive
To line or pack with soft material
To tidy something up by cutting away irregular or unwanted parts
To alter something from its true state, typically to deceive
Plural for the external form, contours, or outline of someone or something
“My finger traces the seven stars, outlining the shape of a ladle.”
Plural for a specific form or guise assumed by someone or something
“The evil witch did not appreciate the young man's insults and angrily turned him into the shape of a toad.”
Plural for the specified condition or state of someone or something
“He stays in excellent shape through regular exercise and a healthy diet.”
Plural for a class, group, or kind sharing certain characteristics or qualities
Plural for a pattern usually seen in artwork, or architecture
Plural for one's temperament or mental state
Plural for geometric shape with straight sides, forming a closed figure
Plural for the condition of being physically fit and healthy
Plural for the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists and which has a tangible, solid presence
Plural for a symbol or word used to represent an operation, instruction, concept, or object
Plural for rounded part of thing, usually body part
Plural for an object for holding or transporting something
Plural for a thing that cannot be seen or heard clearly
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