drawing

American  

[draw-ing] / ˈdrɔ ɪŋ /

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.

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drawing British  

/ 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

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Other Word Forms

• self-drawing noun

Etymology

Origin of drawing

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

Example Sentences

Andre pounds his fist on the table, shaking our water glasses and drawing the attention of the family in the next booth.

From Literature

"But—" Rowan burst out, "it was there! A drawing of the Mountain. And words and arrows . . . and a track marked in red, leading to the cloud and above it! It was!"

From Literature

The ASA is now drawing up new guidance for tanning salons, due to be published in March.

From BBC

That reputation had reached its zenith by late 2024, when the firm was drawing takeover interest.

From The Wall Street Journal

It also has been advancing with astonishing speed since Artemis left the drawing board.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

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