outline
Translation
outline, summary, contour
Examples
Please write an outline of your essay.
Please write an outline of your essay.
I saw the outline of the mountains.
I saw the outline of the mountains.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) a summary or plan of (sth.) She gave a brief outline of the project.
Similar Words
Synonyms: summary, sketch, draft, contour
Etymology
Etymology: "out" (outside) + "line" -> a line drawn around the outside.
Memory Tips
Think of the "lines" that show the "outer" shape of something.