Outlining
Pronunciation: /ˈaʊtˌlaɪn/
Outlining (noun)
- the outer shape or edge of something, without details
- a short description or plan showing the main points
Examples
- The outline of the mountain was visible against the sky.
- She traced the outline of the leaf with her finger.
Common collocations: clear outline, faint outline, detailed outline, basic outline, outline a plan
Outlining (verb)
- to give a general description or summary of something
- to draw the outer lines of something
Examples
- She outlined the main points of the report.
- He outlined the steps needed to complete the task.