Meaning & use

sketch

noun·Everyday

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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