Definition of outlines

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  • outlines is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • outlines is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • outlines is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 11

Definition of outlines

  • a sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. abstract
    2. precis
    3. synopsis
  • a schematic or preliminary plan (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. schema
    2. scheme
  • draw up an outline or sketch for something (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. draft
  • describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of (verb)

    Examples

    1. sketch the outline of the book
    2. outline his ideas

    Synonyms

    1. adumbrate
    2. sketch
  • trace the shape of (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. delineate
    2. limn
  • the line that appears to bound an object (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. lineation

See definition of outlines in Merriam Webster