Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Contour.
How to pronounce contour:
US
Contour - as a noun
A line drawn on a map connecting points of equal height
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Any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
Example: "He could barely make out their shapes"
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A feature (or the order or arrangement of features) of anything having a complex structure
Example: "The contours of the melody"
Contour - as a verb
Form the contours of
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Example Sentences
"Hikers use a topographic map to follow the contour of the mountain."
"The makeup artist highlighted her cheekbones with a contour powder."
"The artist studied the contour of the model's face before beginning to sketch."
"The contour of the coastline made it difficult to build a straight road."
"The geologist examined the contour of the rock layers to understand their formation."
Word Game Points
Is CONTOUR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contour is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CONTOUR has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is CONTOUR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contour is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCONTOUR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is CONTOUR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contour is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCONTOUR has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.