working drawing

noun

1. an accurately measured and detailed drawing of a structure, machine, etc., or of any part of one, used as a guide to workers in constructing it.

working drawing

noun

1. a scale drawing of a part or assembly that provides a guide for manufacture

Word History and Origins

Origin of working drawing¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

We may here point out the importance of putting the dimensions on a working drawing.

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This is actually done with the working drawing by the inlay cutter.

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Fig. 82 is a full-size working drawing of a particular form of mounting for galvanometer coils.

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The rudder should be cut the shape and size shown in the working drawing and then bent into shape.

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Figure 102a shows the method of enlarging a design into a full size working drawing for shop purposes.

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