GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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   Delineate (?), a. [L. delineatus, p. p. of delineare to delineate; de- + lineare to draw, fr. linea line. See Line.] Delineated; portrayed. [R.]
   
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   Delineate (?), v. t. [imp. & p. p. Delineated; p. pr. & vb. n. Delineating.]
   1. To indicate by lines drawn in the form or figure of; to represent by sketch, design, or diagram; to sketch out; to portray; to picture; in drawing and engraving, to represent in lines, as with the pen, pencil, or graver; hence, to represent with accuracy and minuteness. See Delineation.
   
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   Adventurous to delineate nature's form. Akenside.
   
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   2. To portray to the mind or understanding by words; to set forth; to describe.
   
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   Customs or habits delineated with great accuracy. Walpole.
   
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