sketch

Meanings

• Noun

  A preliminary drawing or outline, often serving as a foundation for a more detailed work.

  - "He made a quick sketch of the landscape before starting to paint."
  - "The architect presented a series of sketches to the client for consideration."

• Verb

  To make a preliminary drawing or outline.

  - "The artist spent hours sketching portraits of his subjects."
  - "The architect will sketch out a design for the new building."

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Pronunciation

1. /skɛtʃ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with sketch
hetch , etch , fetch , wetch

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Homophones

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1. Sketchy (English) : Dubious or unreliable.
   

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Variants

List of all variants of sketch that leads to same result
sketch , sketches , sketched , sketcher , sketchers , sketching , sketch in , sketched in , sketches in , sketching in , sketch pad , thumbnail sketch

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Forms

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Sketches, Sketching, Sketched, Sketcher, Sketchpad

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Etymology

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From the Old French word 'esquisse', meaning 'outline' or 'draft'.

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Trivia

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1. Sketching has been a popular pastime since ancient times, with evidence of prehistoric cave drawings dating back over 15,000 years.

2. The term 'sketch' comes from the Old French word 'esquisse', which means 'outline' or 'draft'.

3. Sketching is not only an art form but also a valuable tool for problem-solving and planning in various fields, including science, engineering, and business.

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Related Concepts

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1. Doodle: A casual drawing, often made absentmindedly or as a form of relaxation.

2. Blueprint: A detailed, technical drawing used in the construction industry.

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Culture

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Sketching has been a fundamental part of various art forms, including painting, drawing, and animation. It is also used extensively in architecture, engineering, and other fields for planning and design.

How to Memorize "sketch"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a blank piece of paper and imagine drawing simple lines and shapes to create a sketch.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'sketch' with the idea of a rough draft or outline.
   - Think of a pencil and paper when you hear the word 'sketch'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'Simple Kitten Hides Everywhere' to remember the definition of sketch: Simple K (Sketch is a simple drawing), I (It is an initial or preliminary work), P (Preparation for a more detailed work), L (Lines and shapes are the building blocks), E (Every artist starts with a sketch).

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