definition of
outline

[1] #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] #2 outline n. [lineation] the line that appears to bound an object. wn

[3] #3 outline n. [synopsis, abstract, precis] a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory. wn

[4] #4 outline n. [schema, scheme] a schematic or preliminary plan. wn

[5] #5 outline v. [draft] draw up an outline or sketch for something; "draft a speech". wn