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vague shape

[/veɪɡ ʃeɪp/]
nounpl: vague shapes
forma vaga; silhueta indistinta
1. An outline or contour that is unclear, indistinct, or difficult to perceive clearly
In the fog, I could only make out a vague shape moving toward us.
Na neblina, conseguia apenas distinguir uma forma vaga se aproximando.
2. A form or figure whose precise characteristics or boundaries are not well-defined
The artist drew a vague shape on the canvas before adding details.
O artista desenhou uma forma vaga na tela antes de adicionar detalhes.
Synonyms
blurry outlineindistinct formshadowy figureundefined contourhazy silhouette
Antonyms
clear shapedistinct formwell-defined outlinesharp contour

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
forma vaga; silhueta indistinta
Most commonly used in Brazil
Portugal
forma vaga; contorno indefinido
Preferred usage in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

a shadow of a shape
shape up or ship out
take shape
in the shape of
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