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OUTLINING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Outlining.

Outlining - as a noun

The line that appears to bound an object

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lineation9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bound8boundary14bounds9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abstract12precis10synopsis13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sum-upsummary14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A schematic or preliminary plan

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
schema13scheme13

Outlining - as a verb

Describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of

Example: "Sketch the outline of the book"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adumbrate14sketch15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
depict11describe13draw8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Draw up an outline or sketch for something

Example: "Draft a speech"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
draft9

Trace the shape of

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
delineate10limn6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
draw8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The outlining of the novel helped the author organize the plot and character development."
"She presented a clear outlining of the project during the meeting."
"The outlining of the architectural design allowed the builders to understand the layout."
"Effective outlining is crucial in creating a thorough business plan."
"The outlining of the research paper guided the writer in organizing their thoughts."
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Word Game Points

Is OUTLINING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, outlining is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OUTLINING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is OUTLINING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, outlining is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OUTLINING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is OUTLINING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, outlining is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OUTLINING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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