Delineate

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /dɪˈlɪniːeɪt/

Origin

From Latin delineatus, past participle of dēlīneo ("to sketch out, to delineate"), from de- + līnea ("line")

Full definition of delineate

Verb

1. To sketch out, draw or trace an outline.
2. To depict, represent with pictures.
3. To describe or depict with words or gestures.
4. To outline or mark out.

Synonyms

• (to mark the limits or boundaries) demark, demarcate, delimit

Derived terms