Meaning & use
Outlined
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Described the main features or general plan of something without going into full detail.
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The manager outlined the new project timeline during the meeting.
She outlined the shape of the building with a thick pencil line.
A note on using this word
Used both literally, for drawing a border around a shape, and figuratively, for giving a general summary of a plan or idea.
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Another way to use it
2. verb
Drew a line around the edge or shape of something.
He outlined the figure in black ink before adding color.
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