conformation (n.)

  1. a symmetrical arrangement of the parts of a thing

  2. any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline); he could barely make out their shapes

    [ Syn: shape , form , configuration , contour ]

  3. acting according to certain accepted standards; their financial statements are in conformity with generally accepted accounting practices

    [ Syn: conformity , conformity , compliance , compliance , abidance , abidance ]

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