#1 outline v. [sketch, adumbrate] describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of; "sketch the outline of the book"; "outline his ideas". wn
#2 outline n. [lineation] the line that appears to bound an object. wn
#3 outline n. [synopsis, abstract, precis] a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory. wn
#4 outline n. [schema, scheme] a schematic or preliminary plan. wn
#5 outline v. [draft] draw up an outline or sketch for something; "draft a speech". wn
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