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Meaning of Outline
The primary meaning of the word "outline" is a line or set of lines that define or mark the outer limits of something.
Definitions
- A line or set of lines that define or mark the outer limits of something
- A general plan or summary, especially of a written work or a speech
- A sketch or drawing showing the chief features of an object or a scene
Etymology of Outline
The word "outline" originated in the 17th century from the words "out" and "line", with the meaning of a line that marks the outer edge of something
Historically, the word was used to describe the outer shape or form of an object, and later it came to be used in a more abstract sense to describe a general plan or summary
Example Uses
- The architect drew an outline of the proposed building on a large sheet of paper
- The teacher asked the students to create an outline of their essay before starting to write
- The company's outline for the new project included several key milestones and deadlines