Definitions For Outline
noun
- A schematic or preliminary plan
- A sketchy summary of the main points of an argument or theory
- The line that appears to bound an object
- A drawing or picture that shows only the shape of an object
- A style of drawing in which only the outer edges of an object are shown
- A line that is drawn around the edges of something
verb
- Describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of
- Trace the shape of
- Draw up an outline or sketch for something
- To draw a line around the edges of (something)
- To list or describe only the most important parts of (an essay, speech, plan, etc.) : to give an outline of (something)
Is Outlines a Scrabble Word?
Words With Friends
YES
Scrabble US
YES
Scrabble UK
YES
English International (SOWPODS)
YES
Scrabble Global
YES
Enable1 Dictionary
YES
Points in Different Games
Scrabble
8
Words with Friends
11
The word Outline is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words with Friends
Examples of Outline in a Sentence
- The pictures were drawn in outline and then filled in with color.
- The leaves etched into the vase have a gold outline.
- Organize your essay by writing an outline in which you state your main idea followed by your supporting points.
- The President outlined his agenda for the next term.
- The book outlines the major events of the country's history.
- All players must follow the rules outlined above.