noun

1. SHAPE, the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
2. SHAPE, the visual appearance of something or someone
3. SHAPE, any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
4. SHAPE, alternative names for the body of a human being
5. SHAPE, a perceptual structure
6. SHAPE, a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
7. SHAPE, the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe
8. SHAPE, the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases in condition' or in shape' or out of condition' or out of shape')
9. SHAPE, the form or outline of an object
10. SHAPE, the condition of something or someone
11. SHAPE, a physically strong and healthy condition

verb

1. SHAPE, give shape or form to
2. SHAPE, shape or influence; give direction to
3. SHAPE, make something, usually for a specific function
4. SHAPE, to give a particular form or shape to (something) : to work with (a material) in order to make something from it
5. SHAPE, to influence the development of (something) : to help (something) become what it is
6. SHAPE, to make (something, such as a plan) by a process of careful thought

1. The artist shaped the stone with a hammer and chisel.
2. Schools shape the minds of future leaders.
3. Ads help shape public opinion.
4. circles, squares, triangles, and other geometric shapes
5. The cake has a rectangular shape.
6. The pieces came in many different sizes and shapes.