Word · Frequency #35593
contoured
/ˈkɔntuəd/
adjective
具有外形曲线的；流线型的
having a smooth, curved shape that follows natural outlines
- 1.
Smoothly shaped
形状平滑的
形状平滑的；波状外形的
In use
The contoured chair back provides excellent lumbar support.
The map shows contoured lines representing different elevations.
Her dress featured a contoured waistline that flattered her figure.
be contoured
被动结构，表示某物被塑造成具有轮廓。
The ergonomic handle is contoured to fit the hand.
符合人体工学的手柄被制成贴合手掌的形状。
be contoured to sth
常用搭配，表示贴合某物形状。
The backrest is contoured to the natural curve of the spine.
靠背贴合脊柱的自然曲线。
have contoured sth
完成时态，强调动作已完成。
The designer has contoured the car body for better aerodynamics.
设计师已为更好的空气动力学性能塑造了车身。
Common mistakes
The contour handle makes it easier to grip.The contoured handle makes it easier to grip.
在英语中，名词“contour”不能直接用作形容词；表示“具有曲线形状的”时，需要使用形容词“contoured”。
The contoured of the bottle fits the hand.The contour of the bottle fits the hand.
“contoured”是形容词或动词过去分词，不能作名词。表示“轮廓”应用名词“contour”。
Connections
Dictionary facts from ECDICT, WIKTIONARY.