delineate
de
di
li
ˈlɪ
li
neate
ˌnieɪt
nieit
British pronunciation
/dɪlˈɪniːt/

Definition & Meaning of "delineate"in English

to delineate
01

to give an explanation in detail and with precision

example
Examples
The teacher will delineate the rules of the experiment for the students.
Yesterday, the expert delineated the complex process of creating the sculpture.
02

to draw or trace lines on a surface

example
Examples
In the drawing class, students were taught how to delineate shadows to add depth to their sketches.
Maps often delineate country borders with bold lines to clarify territorial divisions.
03

trace the shape of

04

determine the essential quality of

05

show the form or outline of

delineate
01

represented accurately or precisely

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