Definition of "contour" []

• The outline of a figure, body, or mass. (noun)
• A line that represents such an outline. See Synonyms at form, outline. (noun)
• A surface, especially of a curving form. Often used in the plural. (noun)
• A contour line. (noun)
• Linguistics The distinctive rising and falling patterns of pitch, tone, or stress. (noun)

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• "WORDS ACCENTED ON THE LAST SYLLABLE: address _address'_ adept _adept'_ adult _adult'_ ally _ally'_ commandant _commandänt '(ä as in arm) _ contour _contour'_ dessert _dessert'_ dilate _dilate'_ excise _eksiz'_ finance _finance'_ grimace _grimace'_ importune _importune'_ occult _occult'_ pretence _pretence'_ research _research'_ robust _robust'_ romance _romance'_ tirade _tirade'_"
• "The Remington Model 700 with the heavier "Varmint" contour is certainly an excellent choice, and there are others makes and models as well."
• "Maps: Some models have built-in contour lake maps, but most need plug-in map cards or downloadable maps, sold separately."