outline
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Definitions
n.
The outer boundary or shape of something; a summary of the main points of a subject.
轮廓;大纲;概要
v.
To draw the outer edge of something; to give a summary of the main points.
描画轮廓;概述要点
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.outline of a plan计划概要
- 2.rough outline粗略大纲
Example Sentences
- 1.
The teacher asked students to write an outline before starting their essays.
- 2.
The map shows the outline of the mountain range against the sunset.
- 3.
He gave a rough outline of the proposal during the initial meeting.