Definition

A book or pad of paper used for drawing or making quick drawings and designs.

Example

She carried her sketchbook everywhere to capture her ideas.

Conversation

Have you seen my sketchbook? I can't find it anywhere.

No, I haven't. When was the last time you used it?

I had it when I was drawing at the park last weekend.

Maybe check your bag from that day; it might still be there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sketchbook → It is formed from "sketch" (from Dutch *schets*, meaning a rough or unfinished drawing) and "book" (from Old English *bōc*, meaning a written work or collection of pages). A sketchbook is a collection of pages for rough or unfinished drawings.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'rough drawing' ('sketch') collected in a 'written work' ('book') — that’s what a sketchbook is for.

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