DELINEATIONS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a drawing of the outlines of forms or objects

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

a graphic or vivid verbal description

Example: too often the narrative was interrupted by long word pictures; the author gives a depressing picture of life in Poland; the pamphlet contained brief characterizations of famous Vermonters

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Noun

representation by drawing or painting etc

Synonyms

Picture, Delineation, Word picture, Characterization, Portrayal