outline
Pronunciation:
/ˈaʊtlaɪn/noun
Definitions
A line marking the boundary of an object figure.
The outer shape of an object or figure.
A sketch or drawing in which objects are delineated in contours without shading.
A general description of some subject.
verb
Definitions
To draw an outline of.
To summarize.
Example: Wikipedia items featuring books usually outline them after giving their background.