outline
//ˈaʊtˌlaɪn//
Noun
outlineSingular
outlinesPlural
1
A line or set of lines enclosing or indicating the shape of an object in a sketch or diagram.
She drew the outline of a cat on the paper.
2
A general description or plan giving the essential features of something but not the detail.
She gave us an outline of her plan.
Synonym
Verb
outlineInfinitive
outlinePresent tense
outlinedPast tense
outlinedPast participle
outliningPresent participle
outlinesThird-person singular
1
To draw or define the outer edge or shape of something.
She outlined the shape of the mountain with a pencil.
2
To give a summary of the main points or features of something.
She outlined the main points of her proposal.