Drawing: meaning, definitions and examples
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drawing
[ ˈdrɔːɪŋ ]
art
The art of making pictures or diagrams with a pencil, pen, or brush.
Synonyms
doodling, illustrating, sketching
Examples of usage
- She has a talent for drawing.
- He enjoys drawing landscapes and portraits.
lottery
A lottery in which the prizes are drawn in the form of lots.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She won a prize in the drawing.
- The drawing will take place next Friday.
Translations
Translations of the word "drawing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desenho
🇮🇳 चित्र
🇩🇪 Zeichnung
🇮🇩 gambar
🇺🇦 малюнок
🇵🇱 rysunek
🇯🇵 絵
🇫🇷 dessin
🇪🇸 dibujo
🇹🇷 çizim
🇰🇷 그림
🇸🇦 رسم
🇨🇿 kresba
🇸🇰 kresba
🇨🇳 绘画
🇸🇮 risba
🇮🇸 teikning
🇰🇿 сурет
🇬🇪 ხატვა
🇦🇿 çəkiliş
🇲🇽 dibujo
Word origin
The word 'drawing' has its origin from the Middle English word 'drawen', which comes from Old English 'drāwan' meaning 'to pull, drag'. The term evolved over time to encompass various meanings such as creating images, conducting lotteries, and the act of pulling. Drawing has been an essential form of artistic expression throughout history, with its techniques and styles continuously evolving.
See also: draw, drawable, drawback, drawer, drawings, drawn, withdraw.