English

delineate

dɪˈlɪniːeɪt, dɪˈlɪn.i.eɪt, dɪˈlɪniˌeɪt
Meaning: to describe or mark the edge of something exactly
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: dɪˈlɪn.i.eɪt, dɪˈlɪniˌeɪt

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base delineate
3rd person singular present delineates
Present participle delineating
Past delineated
Will future will delineate
Going-to future going to delineate
Imperative negative don't delineate / do not delineate

Example

The report clearly delineates the responsibilities of each department.
The report clearly delineates the responsibilities of each department.

Usage Notes

A formal word used when you want to describe something with great precision or to indicate exact boundaries.

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