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 De·lin·e·ate 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.
    Adventurous to delineate nature's form.   --Akenside.
 2. To portray to the mind or understanding by words; to set forth; to describe.
    Customs or habits delineated with great accuracy.   --Walpole.
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