Meaning of Contouring | Babel Free

Definitions

1. the construction of contour lines through a matrix of points each having a known value of some variable
   countable, uncountable
2. a technique in makeup using blush and bronzing powder to define contours on the face
   countable, uncountable
3. the building up of muscles with exercise
   countable, uncountable
4. walking along contour lines, usually to save energy or simplify navigation
   countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Contouring is not our thing because the main beauty philosophy in France is to accept⟳ who you are.”

“If you are going to be walking in mountainous or rough terrain it is often a good idea to plan⟳ a route following contour lines. This is called ‘contouring’.”

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