windingcontour
nounUK /ˈwaɪndɪŋ ˈkɒntʊə/
US /ˈwaɪndɪŋ ˈkɑːntʊr/
A winding contour is a line that curves and twists around.
The winding contour of the river made the map look like a squiggly snake.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A wavy edge on a hill or mountain.
We followed the winding contour of the hill to reach the top.
3. A curved line on a map that shows height.
The winding contour lines on the map helped us see the steep slope.
4. A twisty border around a shape.
The artist drew a winding contour around the star.