Definition of sketch

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Definition of sketch

  • short descriptive summary (of events) (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. resume
    2. survey
  • a brief literary description (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. vignette
  • make a sketch of (verb)

    Examples

    1. sketch the building

    Synonyms

    1. chalk out
  • preliminary drawing for later elaboration (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. study
  • a humorous or satirical drawing published in a newspaper or magazine (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. cartoon
  • describe roughly or briefly or give the main points or summary of (verb)

    Examples

    1. sketch the outline of the book

    Synonyms

    1. adumbrate
    2. outline

See definition of sketch in Merriam Webster