surprisingly-contoured
|sur-prise-ing-ly-con-toured|
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/sərˈpraɪzɪŋli ˈkɒntʊrd/
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/səˈpraɪzɪŋli ˈkɒntʊəd/
(contour)
outline or shape
Etymology
Etymology Information
'contour' originates from French, specifically the word 'contourner,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'tourner' meant 'to turn.'
Historical Evolution
'contourner' transformed into the English word 'contour,' and eventually became the modern English word 'contour' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to turn together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'outline or shape.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having unexpected or unusual shapes or outlines.
The sculpture was surprisingly-contoured, drawing attention from all angles.
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Last updated: 2025/03/17 04:15