What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sketches exposed columns (8)" mean?

The definition is "Sketches". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). OUT (synonym of "exposed") + LINES (synonym of "columns"); definition: "Sketches" The answer is OUTLINES.

Sketches exposed columns (8)

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