Word Meaning

outline definition and meaning

n. The line which marks the outer limits of an object or figure; the exterior line or edge; contour.
n. In art: A line drawn by pencil, pen, graver, or the like, by which the boundary of a figure is indicated.
n. A sketch composed of such lines; the delineation of a figure without shading.
n. Fig.: A sketch of any scheme; a preliminary or general indication of a plan, system, course of thought, etc.; as, the outline of a speech.
v. t. To draw the outline of.
v. t. Fig.: To sketch out or indicate as by an outline; as, to outline an argument or a campaign.

Crossword clues for outline

- Delineate
- Give a summary of
- Preliminary plan
- Summary