drawing

[ draw-ing ]

noun

1. the act of a person or thing that draws.
2. a graphic representation by lines of an object or idea, as with a pencil; a delineation of form without reference to color.
3. a sketch, plan, or design, especially one made with pen, pencil, or crayon.
4. the art or technique of making these.
5. something decided by drawing lots; lottery.
6. the selection, or time of selection, of the winning chance or chances sold by lottery or raffle.

drawing

/ ˈdrɔːɪŋ /

noun

1. a picture or plan made by means of lines on a surface, esp one made with a pencil or pen without the use of colour
2. a sketch, plan, or outline
3. the art of making drawings; draughtsmanship

Other Words From

• self-drawing noun adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of drawing¹

A Middle English word dating back to 1275–1325; draw, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Mr Walsh is also sceptical of whether people smuggling gangs can be cracked at scale, drawing the comparison of drugs gangs.

From BBC

“Enough is enough. The state’s voters continue to support so-called progressive policies, but are drawing the line when it impacts their cost of living or quality of life.”

From Los Angeles Times

These strategies include cool-off activities like drawing, counting to ten or deep breathing, thinking about something happy to keep calm, meditation or mindfulness or moving away from other people.

From Science Daily

The footage showing Millar drawing on the boy's face was played to the court and a woman, described as management, was seen to walk past.

From BBC

Several more are referred to in historical texts or preparatory drawings but are now lost, while a few paintings are the subject of ongoing arguments as to their authenticity.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• cartoon
• depiction
• design
• etching
• graphics
• layout
• likeness
• painting
• picture
• sketch
• study
• work of art