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delineate

verbformalcommon/dɨlinjˈaɾ/de·li·ne·ar

Definition

1

To trace or define the outlines, main aspects, or plan of something; to sketch out.

Usage examples

The architect began by delineating the main lines of the new building.
The report delineates the main measures to be taken in the coming months.

Common combinations

delineate a plandelineate a strategydelineate the contoursdelineate objectives