Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sketch
noun / verb
/skɛtʃ/
Definition
A sketch is a simple or quick drawing or painting, often used to capture the essential features or to outline the main points of a subject.
Examples
- The artist made a quick sketch of the landscape before starting the painting.
- She sketched a few ideas for her next project in her notebook.
Meaning
To create a rough or unfinished drawing, often done to plan for a more detailed piece of artwork or to quickly illustrate an idea.
Synonyms
- doodle
- drawing
- outline
- draft