1. The outline of a shape or object, especially with regard to its shape and form
The contours of the mountain were clearly visible against the sunset.
Os contornos da montanha eram claramente visíveis contra o pôr do sol.
2. A line on a map connecting points of equal height or depth
The map shows contours at 100-meter intervals.
O mapa mostra contornos em intervalos de 100 metros.