Contour

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːnˌtʊr/

Contour (noun)

  1. the outer shape or line of something, like a hill or face
  2. a line on a map showing places of equal height above sea level

Examples

  • The artist sketched the contour of the vase.
  • She traced the contour of the mountain with her finger.

Common collocations: smooth contour, define the contour, contour line, contour interval, draw a contour

Synonyms of Contour

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Contour

  • When discussing the inside versus the outline.