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noun (plural out·lines) |
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1. line that shows shape: the outer edge or edges of something thought of as a line defining its shape
  I could see the outline of the trees against the sky.
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2. line depicting shape of something: a line drawn around or depicting the outside edges of something to show its shape
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3. drawing without shading: a style or example of drawing in which an object or figure is shown as an outline
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often used before a noun
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an outline map
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4. rough plan: a general, preliminary, or rough plan or account of something, that concentrates on the main features and ignores detail, e.g. a list of the main points covered or to be covered in a speech
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often used before a noun
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plural noun out·lines |
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main features: the most prominent or important aspects of something
The outlines of the plan have already been agreed upon.
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noun (plural out·lines) |
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brief account: a condensation of a subject or argument into its main points
One of the books was an outline of European history.
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transitive verb (past and past participle out·lined, present participle out·lin·ing, 3rd person present singular out·lines) |
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1. draw main features: to draw a line showing or emphasizing the shape of something
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2. give essential points: to give the main points of an argument or plan
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