Meaning of Contouring | Babel Free
Definitions
- the construction of contour lines through a matrix of points each having a known value of some variable
- a technique in makeup using blush and bronzing powder to define contours on the face
- the building up of muscles with exercise
- walking along contour lines, usually to save energy or simplify navigation
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’.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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