Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rough-out
verb
/rʌf aʊt/
Definition
To create a preliminary version of a design or plan, usually in a simpler, unrefined form.
Examples
- Before finalizing her sculpture, she decided to rough-out her ideas on paper.
- The team will rough-out the project proposal before adding the specifics.
- He likes to rough-out the layout of his presentations ahead of time.
Meaning
Rough-out refers to the initial stage of drafting or outlining something, where the main ideas are laid out without the fine details.
Synonyms
- sketch
- outline
- draft
- map out
- plan
