1
as in traces
to draw or make apparent the outline of
she carefully outlined the tree before she started drawing in the leaves
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2
as in summarizes
to make into a short statement of the main points (as of a report)
outlined the important points in the introduction
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1
as in contours
a line that traces the outer limits of an object or surface
place your hand on the paper and draw an outline around it
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2
as in summaries
a short statement of the main points
a printed outline of the lecture has been made available for all attendees
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Recent Examples of outlines
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Alexander outlines a process that includes planning, sourcing materials, building components and refining details.
—Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
In a letter obtained by CNBC, the league outlines examples of event contracts that could be easily manipulable by a single person, inherently objectionable, related to officiating and knowable in advance — and asks that operators refrain from offering such trades.
—Jessica Golden, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026
My story examines the high stakes involved with the upcoming Artemis II launch, and outlines the dramatic backstory that got a 322-foot-tall moon rocket back out to the launchpad.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 30 Mar. 2026
Rather than operating on hearsay or memory, both of which are highly fallible, a flowchart outlines precisely what each section of a team is doing and allows everyone to work together in greater synchrony.
—William Jones, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
Some schools also use an Individualized Health Care Plan (IHCP) — a nursing document that outlines how your child’s allergy will be managed throughout the school day.
—Dr. Sonja O'Leary, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
In the high southeastern sky, look for a backward question mark that outlines the head and chest of the constellation Leo the Lion.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
The legislative blueprint outlines a half-dozen guiding principles for lawmakers, focusing on protecting children, preventing electricity costs from surging, respecting intellectual property rights, preventing censorship and educating Americans on using the technology.
—Matthew Daly, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Mar. 2026
The legislative text closely follows the outlines of the voluntary deals the administration made with drugmakers.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 30 Mar. 2026
Faux-chrome hubcaps and brick outlines resembling fenders decorate the building’s skin; those giant gargoyles on the corners are overscale replicas of radiator-cap hood ornaments.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 27 Mar. 2026
Circuit outlines of Sebring, Daytona, Indianapolis, and Lime Rock, all tracks the ST raced at during the 1970s, are also worked into the design of the cabin.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
The general outlines of Sondheim’s story are well known.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Incorporate single plants in planting beds with gently curving outlines.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
The outlines weren’t crisp, but the impression was deep enough to collect sand grains and pebbles.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
By the time Netanyahu left Washington, the outlines of the attack were set.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
This report outlines the plant’s design, location, and safety systems.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026
Alexander outlines a process that includes planning, sourcing materials, building components and refining details.
—Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
In a letter obtained by CNBC, the league outlines examples of event contracts that could be easily manipulable by a single person, inherently objectionable, related to officiating and knowable in advance — and asks that operators refrain from offering such trades.
—Jessica Golden, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026
My story examines the high stakes involved with the upcoming Artemis II launch, and outlines the dramatic backstory that got a 322-foot-tall moon rocket back out to the launchpad.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 30 Mar. 2026
Rather than operating on hearsay or memory, both of which are highly fallible, a flowchart outlines precisely what each section of a team is doing and allows everyone to work together in greater synchrony.
—William Jones, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
Some schools also use an Individualized Health Care Plan (IHCP) — a nursing document that outlines how your child’s allergy will be managed throughout the school day.
—Dr. Sonja O'Leary, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
In the high southeastern sky, look for a backward question mark that outlines the head and chest of the constellation Leo the Lion.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
The legislative blueprint outlines a half-dozen guiding principles for lawmakers, focusing on protecting children, preventing electricity costs from surging, respecting intellectual property rights, preventing censorship and educating Americans on using the technology.
—Matthew Daly, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
The system, called HEAPGrasp, reconstructs object shapes using only visual outlines captured through an RGB camera, enabling robots to reliably identify and grasp objects regardless of their optical properties.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Mar. 2026
The legislative text closely follows the outlines of the voluntary deals the administration made with drugmakers.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 30 Mar. 2026
Faux-chrome hubcaps and brick outlines resembling fenders decorate the building’s skin; those giant gargoyles on the corners are overscale replicas of radiator-cap hood ornaments.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 27 Mar. 2026
Circuit outlines of Sebring, Daytona, Indianapolis, and Lime Rock, all tracks the ST raced at during the 1970s, are also worked into the design of the cabin.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
The general outlines of Sondheim’s story are well known.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026
Incorporate single plants in planting beds with gently curving outlines.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
The outlines weren’t crisp, but the impression was deep enough to collect sand grains and pebbles.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
By the time Netanyahu left Washington, the outlines of the attack were set.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outlines
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Origins of this Greek watermelon salad recipe Chef Karatassos traces this refreshing watermelon salad back to its Mediterranean roots, where simple seasonal ingredients take center stage.—
Monti Carlo,
AJC.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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Curated by Alex Gartenfeld, Irma and Norman Braman Artistic Director, alongside Gean Moreno, Director of the Art + Research Center, Perfect Nonsense traces Korine’s enduring fascination with the American teenager, the outsider, and the intersection of celebrity and authenticity.—
Robert Lang,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Valley of Shadows summarizes the numerous tips received by the department’s missing persons unit.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
21 Mar. 2026
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The Miami Herald was the first to report the FBI 302 document, which summarizes the interview.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The class action suit against Google, filed last week by a plaintiff with the pseudonym Jane Doe, alleged that the company's AI Mode created its own summaries and links, exposing Epstein victims' personal identifying information (PII), including names, phone numbers and email addresses.—
Jennifer Elias,Jonathan Vanian,
CNBC,
3 Apr. 2026
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The White House released the 92-page budget request on Friday, accompanied by several summaries of the administration's key priorities across the executive branch.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The kind that defines his game.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Among them have been intrepid, talented chefs, undeterred by the cold, who have slowly but surely created a remarkably diverse food scene, using the agricultural bounty that defines the region.—
David Farley,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The ceiling is decorated with representations of Italian coins from the Etruscans to the early 20th century, the floor consists of colorful geometric mosaics, and gazing down on the scene are busts of various iconic Italian figures, from Marco Polo to Alessandro Volta.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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The decision drew immediate fire from El-Sayed's primary opponents and national Democratic figures, forcing a rare public reckoning over how far the party should go to recapture young men who abandoned it in record numbers in 2024.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Dallas is full of extraordinary homes of all shapes, sizes and styles.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Similar to how an eyelash curler shapes and lifts your lashes, Wlodarski says curling mascaras help your eyes look more open.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In an adorable clip the Duchess of Sussex posted on Instagram last month, her daughter wore a miniature version of one of Markle's go-to silhouettes.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
2 Apr. 2026
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Choose playful prints and airy silhouettes for your look; or, go more on the nose with a tropical pattern from Cala de la Cruz or Johanna Ortiz.—
Kerry Pieri,
Vogue,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Outlines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outlines. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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