Noun
One who shapes; as, the shaper of one's fortunes.
That which shapes; a machine for giving a particular form or outline to an object.
A kind of planer in which the tool, instead of the work, receives a reciprocating motion, usually from a crank.
A machine with a vertically revolving cutter projecting above a flat table top, for cutting irregular outlines, moldings, etc.
Source: Webster's dictionaryAfter that it was McCormack’s Shaper Maker – starting with a deceptively simple left-hand figure and getting into all kinds of mischief in just over four minutes – and I was hooked. Source: Internet
A related tool, called a spindle moulder (UK) or shaper (North America), is used to hold larger cutter heads and can be used for deeper or larger-diameter cuts. Source: Internet
Reed makers not only masterfully learn to make reeds, but also learn how to sharpen knives with great mastery. citation Finally, the gouged pieces of cane soaked and "shaped" on a shaper with razor blades and allowed to dry before the final steps. Source: Internet
As far as surfboards go, consider that every board that’s made locally helps support not just the shaper, but a whole staff of talented craftsmen. Source: Internet
Arguably today’s most in-demand shaper, he’s a favorite designer among the World Surf League Championship Tour’s elite riders. Source: Internet
Cosabella Never Say Never Shaper Brief A normal pair of underwear with built-in slimming capabilities. Source: Internet