An outline, boundary or border, usually of curved shape.
a speech sound which behaves as a single segment, but which makes an internal transition from one quality, place, or manner to another.
A line on a map or chart delineating those points which have the same altitude or other plotted quantity: a contour line or isopleth.
A general description giving the most important points.
To mark with contour lines.
To form a more or less curved boundary or border upon.
To practise the makeup technique of contouring.
A tool for drawing accurate circles or arches, usually consisting of two arms joined at one end in such a way that the arms can be opened and closed; one of the arms is pointed at its free end while the other holds a pencil, pencil lead or some other implement for making marks.