English · Culture & Society
outline
/ˈaʊt.laɪn/
[/ˈaʊt.laɪn/]
a plan of main points
Intermediatenoun
Definition
An outline is a short plan that lists the main points of a piece of work. As a verb, to outline means to give the main points without details.
Example
Make an outline before you start writing your essay.
Make an outline before you start writing your essay.
Etymology
From 'out' plus 'line', describing a line drawn around the edge.
How & Where It’s Used
Used both for planning writing and as an exam command word.