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Outlining: meaning, definitions and examples

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outlining

 

[ หˆaสŠtหŒlaษชnษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

planning process

Outlining is the process of organizing information in a structured format, typically using bullet points or numbers. It helps to create a clear and logical structure for written content, making it easier to understand and follow.

Synonyms

framework, plan, structure

Examples of usage

  • Before writing an essay, it's important to create an outline to organize your thoughts.
  • The outline of the presentation helped the speaker stay on track and cover all the main points.
  • The outline of the project included key tasks and deadlines to ensure timely completion.
Context #2 | Verb

planning or summarizing

To outline means to sketch out a plan or summary of something. It involves highlighting the main points or topics in a brief and organized manner.

Synonyms

draft, sketch, summarize

Examples of usage

  • She outlined her research proposal before starting the actual writing.
  • The manager outlined the key objectives of the project during the team meeting.
  • Can you outline the main steps we need to take to achieve our goal?

Translations

Translations of the word "outlining" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น esboรงo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเฅ‚เคชเคฐเฅ‡เค–เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gliederung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ garis besar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะบั€ะตัะปะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zarys

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฆ‚่ชฌ (gaisetsu)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท esquisse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ esquema

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท anahat

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐœ์š” (gaeyo)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฎุทุท

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nรกฤrt

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nรกฤrt

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฆ‚่ฆ (gร iyร o)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ orisa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รบtlรญnur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‹ะทะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒ”แƒ’แƒ›แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kontur

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ esquema

Etymology

The word 'outlining' originated from the Middle English word 'outlynen,' which means 'to draw in outline.' The concept of outlining has been used for centuries as a method of organizing thoughts and information. It has been a valuable tool in various fields such as writing, planning, and education, helping individuals structure their ideas effectively.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,982, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.