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delineator

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /dɪˈlɪniˌeɪtər/

KK: /dɪˈlɪniˌeɪtər/

noun
Definition

A person or thing that describes or outlines something clearly.


Example

The delineator provided a detailed map of the area, showing all the important landmarks.


Conversation
Sloth A
I found this amazing book about art and design.
Sloth B
Oh really? What’s it about?
Sloth A
It talks about the role of a delineator in creating visual representations.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! I’d love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
describer
illustrator
sketcher
Antonyms
obscurer
confuser
misinterpreter
Root Explanation

Delineator → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "lineare" (from Latin, meaning to draw a line). The word "delineator" refers to someone who draws or outlines something, effectively creating a clear representation.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'draws a line' ('lineare') to create a clear outline or representation — that's what a delineator does.

Visually Confused Words
declinatory
delegator
delator
eliminator
designator
delegatory
defoliator
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