Pronunciation: /dɪˈlɪniˌeɪt/
noun a detailed description or outline
A1 I need a simple delineation of the rules.
A2 The delineation between right and wrong is clear.
B1 The delineation of responsibilities within the team is essential for success.
B2 The artist's delineation of the landscape was incredibly detailed.
C1 The delineation of the legal boundaries was crucial in the court case.
C2 Her delineation of the characters in the novel was masterful.
verb to describe or portray something precisely
A1 The teacher used a map to delineate the boundaries of the park.
A2 The instructions clearly delineate the steps needed to assemble the furniture.
B1 The report delineates the key findings of the research study.
B2 The contract delineates the rights and responsibilities of both parties.
C1 The artist's work skillfully delineates the intricate details of the landscape.
C2 The author's writing beautifully delineates the complexities of human emotions.
formal It is important to delineate the boundaries of the property before starting the construction project.
informal Let's make sure to clearly delineate where our picnic area ends so others don't intrude.
slang Can you outline or delineate the plan for the party tonight?
figurative The artist used different colors to delineate the emotions of the character in the painting.
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