trace | Definition of trace

trace

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of trace

1 to draw or make apparent the outline of

trace your hand onto this piece of paper

Synonyms of trace

define, delineate, outline, silhouette, sketch

Words Related to trace

bound, fringe, margin, skirt

edge, hem, rim, trim

circle, compass, encircle, girdle, girth, loop, ring, round, surround

chart, diagram, draw, map (out)

2 to go after or on the track of

police traced the burglar back to his apartment, where they discovered a ton of stolen loot

Synonyms of trace

bird-dog, chase, course, dog, follow, hound, pursue, run, shadow, tag, tail, track, trail

Words Related to trace

accompany, chaperone (or chaperon), escort

hunt, search (for), seek

eye, observe, watch

Phrases Synonymous with trace

Near Antonyms of trace

Antonyms of trace

guide, lead, pilot