sketch

//skɛtʃ//
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Visual representation of sketch

Noun

sketchSingular
sketchesPlural
1

A rough or unfinished drawing or painting, often made as a preliminary study.

The artist made a quick sketch before starting the painting.

2

A brief written or spoken account or description giving only basic details.

She gave a brief sketch of her career history.

3

A short humorous play or performance, typically part of a comedy show.

The comedy show featured several funny sketches.

Verb

sketchInfinitive
sketchPresent tense
sketchedPast tense
sketchedPast participle
sketchingPresent participle
sketchesThird-person singular
1

To make a rough drawing of something.

She sketched the landscape before painting it.

2

To give a brief account or general outline of something.

She sketched the main points of her proposal during the meeting.