Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rough draft

Noun
/rʌf dræft/
Definition
A rough draft is an initial version of a piece of writing that hasn’t been finalized or polished.
Examples
  • Before submitting her essay, she created a rough draft to outline her main points.
  • He showed his rough draft to the group for feedback before the final version.
Meaning
It serves as a preliminary form of the work, allowing the writer to organize thoughts and ideas before making revisions.
Synonyms
  • Preliminary version
  • First draft
  • Outline