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   out·line

   /ˈoutˌlīn/

   noun

   • 1. a line or set of lines enclosing or indicating the shape of an object in a sketch or diagram: "fill in the outlines with color" Similar silhouetteprofilefigureshapecontourformlinelineamentsdelineationconfigurationperimetercircumferencetracinglayoutframeworkskeletondiagramsketchartist's impression
   • ▪ a line or set of lines perceived as defining the contours or bounds of an object: "the outlines of her face"
   • 2. a general description or plan giving the essential features of something but not the detail: "an outline of the theory of evolution" Similar rough ideathumbnail sketch(quick) rundownabbreviated versionsummarysynopsisrésuméprecisabridgmentabstractreductiondigestepitomeessencestorylinestoryboardmain pointsgistbonesbare bonesskeletondraftplansketchscheme

   verb

   • 1. draw, trace, or define the outer edge or shape of (something): "her large eyes were darkly outlined with eyeliner" Similar silhouettedefinedemarcatedelimitmark offsketchdelineatetracepencil
   • 2. give a summary of (something): "she outlined the case briefly" Similar rough outsketch outblock outindicatetouch ondraftgive a thumbnail sketch ofgive a rough idea ofgive a quick rundown onsummarizeprecis

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › outlineOutline Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of OUTLINE is a line that marks the outer limits of an object or figure : boundary. How to use outline in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Outline.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishOUTLINE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   OUTLINE definition: 1. the main shape or edge of something, without any details: 2. as a shape with an edge but…. Learn more.

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   noun. the line by which a figure or object is defined or bounded; contour. a drawing or sketch restricted to line without shading or modeling of form. a general sketch, account, or report, indicating only the main features, as of a book, subject, or project: an outline of medieval history; an outline of a speech.

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   describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of. “sketch the outline of the book”

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishOUTLINE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   An outline is a general explanation or description of something. Following is an outline of the survey findings. [+ of] The proposals were given in outline by the Secretary of State. Synonyms: summary, review, résumé, abstract More Synonyms of outline. 3. passive verb.

7. www.thefreedictionary.com › outlineOutline - definition of outline by The Free Dictionary

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   1. To draw or trace an outline of. 2. To display or accentuate the outline of: His face was outlined on the lampshade. 3. To give the main features or various aspects of; summarize: outlined the major provisions of the tax bill. Synonyms: outline, contour, profile, silhouette.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishoutline noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   a description of the main facts or points involved in something. outline of somethingThis is a brief outline of the events. The broad outlines of Marley's life are relatively well known. You should draw up a plan or outline for the essay. You need a written outline of the story.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishMeaning of outline – Learner’s Dictionary - Cambridge Dictionary

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   OUTLINE definition: 1. to describe only the most important ideas or facts about something: 2. a short description of…. Learn more.

10. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishoutline verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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    to give a description of the main facts or points involved in something synonym sketch. outline something He outlined his plan to leave St. Petersburg. The briefing document outlined her family history and background. The cause of the crash is clearly outlined in the report.

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    outline meaning, definition, what is outline: the main ideas or facts about something,...: Learn more.