sketchbook

American  

[skech-book] / ˈskɛtʃˌbʊk /

Or sketch book

noun

1. Also a book or pad of drawing paper for sketches.

2. a book of literary sketches.

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sketchbook British  

/ ˈskɛtʃˌbʊk /

noun

1. a book of plain paper containing sketches or for making sketches in

2. a book of literary sketches

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Etymology

Origin of sketchbook

First recorded in 1810–20; sketch + book

Example Sentences

She explained it some and gave me some breathing exercises and a sketchbook to “draw my feelings” in and stuff that kinda sorta maybe helped?

From Literature

Somewhat cheered, Beowulf turned away from chewing his blocks and took out his sketchbook.

From Literature

And then, if I don’t have my sketchbook, I’ll sketch it here.

From Los Angeles Times

All of John’s artwork, all his creations — his cards, letters, sketchbooks — were in our home.

From Los Angeles Times

To show his support, he said he had collected messages for the 47 activists from others in a sketchbook and planned to mail them if possible.

From Seattle Times