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I made an outline before writing.
What does Outline mean?
An outline is a short plan of main points.
Dictionary definition
A short plan that lists main points; or to describe the main points.
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The teacher asked us to outline the chapter.
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A clear outline can help organize ideas before a long essay.
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owt · lyn · strongest beat: owt
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WordOutline.
Partnoun, verb.
MeaningOutline means An outline is a short plan of main points.
ExampleExample: I made an outline before writing.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- owt · lyn
- Strongest beat
- owt
- Ending
- lyn
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on owt.
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Antonyms
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detailUse for a small part rather than the main plan.
full textUse for the complete writing, not a brief plan.
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Word family
Outline word family
Base word
outline
verb
outlined
Described the main points in the past.
verb
outlining
Making or describing an outline.
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