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delineate

British pronunciation/dɪlˈɪniːt/
American pronunciation/dɪˈɫɪniˌeɪt/
to delineate
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

to give an explanation or depiction in full detail

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2

to describe or outline something in detail, usually through the use of line and shape, or to mark the boundaries of a composition

synonyms : describe
draw
line
trace
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3

trace the shape of

synonyms : limn
outline
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4

determine the essential quality of

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5

show the form or outline of

synonyms : define
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delineate
[ADJECTIVE]
1

represented accurately or precisely

antonyms : undelineated
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Examples
1Our old friend, the DSM V, actually delineates two sub types of the disorder.
2Delineating the differences among funny animals superhero and other comic genres.
3It delineated four sections.
4We delineated that in a similar manner.
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