Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tracing
noun
/ˈtreɪsɪŋ/
Definition
The act of following or discovering a path, line, or outline of something, or the process of copying a drawing or design by following its lines.
Examples
- She used tracing paper to copy the intricate design.
- The detective is tracing the suspect’s movements.
- Tracing the history of a family can reveal interesting stories.
Meaning
Tracing often refers to the process of creating a copy of a design or image by marking its lines onto another surface beneath it. It can also refer to the tracking of the development, progress, or whereabouts of something or someone.
Synonyms
- copying
- tracking
- following
- outlining
