timeline

/ˈtaɪmˌlaɪn/
noun
  1. A visual or written representation showing the order in which events happened or are planned to happen.
    • On the museum wall, a timeline showed the history of space exploration.
    • The project manager created a timeline for each phase of the construction.
    • The teacher asked us to draw a timeline of the major events of the American Revolution.
  2. A schedule or plan that shows when tasks or milestones should be completed.
    • We need to set a clear timeline for finishing the report.
    • If we stick to the timeline, the software will be ready by June.
    • The wedding timeline includes the ceremony, photos, and reception.
  3. A chronological sequence of events in a person's life or in history.
    • The app lets you view your photo timeline by year.
    • The documentary followed the timeline of the civil rights movement.
    • Her personal timeline includes graduating college, starting a job, and getting married.
verb
  1. To arrange or schedule events in a chronological order or according to a plan.
    • The editor timelined the scenes of the movie in the correct order.
    • She timelined her study sessions to prepare for the final exam.
    • We need to timeline the marketing campaign to launch before the holidays.
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