Definition of delineated
1a
: having or forming clear edges or boundaries
Deserts are wildly heterogeneous, composed of numerous, disparate, sharply delineated microenvironments.— Bil Gilbert These tumors tend to be invasive and extend beyond delineated margins.— Dennis P. O'Brien and Joan R. Coates
b
: marked with drawn or painted lines
delineated bike lanes the delineated areas of the map
2
: described or portrayed with accuracy or in detail
… the military, with its clearly delineated roles, ranks, chains of command, and reservations of authority.— Eric J. McNulty
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The first known use of delineated was in 1641
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