outline
out-line
noun
A general description or plan, giving only the main points.
"She gave a brief outline of her proposal."
noun
The line that shows the outer shape or boundary of something.
"The faint outline of the hills was visible."
verb
To give a general description of something, stating the main points.
"He outlined his plan for the meeting."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: scheme, schema, draft, precis, abstract, synopsis, lineation, sketch, adumbrate, delineate, limn