Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
outlines
noun
/ˈaʊt.laɪnz/
Definition
A general description or plan that gives the main ideas but not the details.
Examples
- The teacher asked the students to create outlines for their research papers.
- In her presentation, she used outlines to illustrate the main topics she would cover.
- Before writing the book, the author drafted several outlines to structure her thoughts.
Meaning
Outlines provide a simplified version of a more complex subject, helping to organize information by highlighting key points.
Synonyms
- Framework
- Plan
- Summary
- Sketch
- Overview
