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outlined

Pronunciation: [aʊtlaɪnd]

Word

Learn how to use outlined in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “writing”

(verb) to describe or show the main features or details of something without going into all the specifics. It's like giving a big picture view of an idea or plan.

Example

The teacher outlined the key points of the lesson before starting.

Example

He didn't outline his thoughts clearly, so everyone was confused.

Example

Can you outline your plan for the project?

Context: “drawing”

(verb) to draw or mark the shape of something. When you create a basic drawing by only using the edges or borders, you're outlining it.

Example

She outlined the drawing with a black pen to make it stand out.

Example

He didn't outline the shape at all, so it looked messy and unfinished.

Example

Did you outline the picture before coloring it in?

How to pronounce outlined

Pronunciation: [aʊtlaɪnd]

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