Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

outline

noun/verb
/ˈaʊtlaɪn/
Definition
A general description or a summary of something.
Examples
  • She provided an outline of her project before starting it.
  • The outline of the mountains was visible against the sunset.
  • In the meeting, he outlined the key objectives for the upcoming quarter.
Meaning
To outline means to give the main points or features of something in a clear and structured way.
Synonyms
  • Summary
  • Sketch
  • Draft
  • Framework
  • Plan