noun

sketch

sketch, drawing, outline, skit

She made a quick sketch of the building.

She made a quick sketch of the building.

The comedian performed a funny sketch.

The comedian performed a funny sketch.

a sketch ((of sth.)) a rough or unfinished drawing or painting She made a quick sketch of the building.

Synonyms: drawing, draft, outline, skit

From the Dutch word 'schets', meaning a quick, rough drawing.

Think of a 'sketch' as something that isn't finished or detailed, whether it's a drawing or a short comedy act.

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