Meaning & use
sketch
A quick, rough drawing that captures the basic form of something without fine detail.
See it in a sentence
The architect made a quick sketch of the building before drawing full plans.
She keeps a sketch of every bird she spots on her hikes.
A note on using this word
Sketch also names a short comedic scene performed on stage or television, quite different from the drawing sense.
Words with a similar meaning
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A short comedic scene or performance, often part of a variety show.
The cast performed a hilarious sketch about a job interview gone wrong.
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