outline

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈaʊtlaɪn/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

A line marking the boundary of an object figure.

2 Definition

The outer shape of an object or figure.

3 Definition

A sketch or drawing in which objects are delineated in contours without shading.

4 Definition

A general description of some subject.

5 Definition

A statement summarizing the important points of a text.

6 Definition

A preliminary plan for a project.

Example Sentences
  • the outline of a speech
7 Definition

(film industry) A prose telling of a story intended to be turned into a screenplay; generally longer and more detailed than a treatment.

8 Definition

A setline or trotline.

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To draw an outline of.

2 Definition

To summarize.

Example Sentences
  • Wikipedia items featuring books usually outline them after giving their background.