How to Memorize

outline plans/proposal/responsibilities/belief

Analysis

An outline can be a line or set of lines which suggest the shape of an object or person in a drawing or sketch. An outline can also be a general description or a plan which describes or gives the main facts or features of something. The verb to outline can mean to trace or draw the shape of something or to give a summary of the bare information of something.

Social Examples (Advance)

1. At the event, the politician wasted no time in outlining his belief that the government's current policy on Europe was flawed and needed a drastic overhaul.
2. Maria is so talented at drawing, she had the outline of the sketch done in just a few minutes.
3. I don't have my essay finished yet just the outline of what I plan to write.

Professional Examples (Advance)

1. For those who missed the meeting, please look through the minutes. They will provide you with a broad outline of what was discussed.
2. At the AGM, the chairman outlined his plans to expand the business overseas in order to tap into new markets.

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