Dream Dictionary

Shapes

To see various shapes in your dreams, suggests that events in your life may be taking shape. You are able to have a clearer understanding of things.

Consult the specific shapes you see in your dreams for additional meaning.

See also: Square, Circle, Colors.

Dictionary definition

  • n. 1: any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline); "he could barely make out their shapes" [syn: shape, form, configuration, contour, conformation]
  • 2: the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance; "geometry is the mathematical science of shape" [syn: shape, form]
  • 3: alternative names for the body of a human being; "Leonardo studied the human body"; "he has a strong physique"; "the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak" [syn: human body, physical body, material body, soma, build, figure, physique, anatomy, shape, bod, chassis, frame, form, flesh]
  • 4: a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept; "a circle was the embodiment of his concept of life" [syn: shape, embodiment]
  • 5: the visual appearance of something or someone; "the delicate cast of his features" [syn: form, shape, cast]
  • 6: the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape') [syn: condition, shape]
  • 7: the supreme headquarters that advises NATO on military matters and oversees all aspects of the Allied Command Europe [syn: Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe, SHAPE]
  • 8: a perceptual structure; "the composition presents problems for students of musical form"; "a visual pattern must include not only objects but the spaces between them" [syn: form, shape, pattern]
  • v. 1: shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often determines ability"; "mold public opinion" [syn: determine, shape, mold, influence, regulate]
  • 2: make something, usually for a specific function; "She molded the rice balls carefully"; "Form cylinders from the dough"; "shape a figure"; "Work the metal into a sword" [syn: shape, form, work, mold, mould, forge]
  • 3: give shape or form to; "shape the dough"; "form the young child's character" [syn: shape, form]