a rough or unfinished drawing or painting, often made to assist in making a more finished picture
a brief written or spoken account or description, giving only basic details
a rough or unfinished version of any creative work
a short humorous play or performance, consisting typically of one scene in a revue or comedy programme
a comical or amusing person or thing.
make a rough drawing of
give a brief account or general outline of something
perform (a gesture) with one's hands or body
the devotion of time and attention to gaining knowledge of an academic subject, especially by means of books
the time devoted by a particular person to gaining knowledge of an academic subject, typically at school, college, or university
an academic book or article on a particular topic
used in the title of an academic subject
a detailed investigation and analysis of a subject or situation
a portrayal in literature or another art form of an aspect of behaviour or character
a thing that is or deserves to be investigated; the subject of an individual's study
the object or aim of someone's endeavours
a person who memorizes a role at a specified speed
a room used or designed for reading, writing, or academic work
a piece of work, especially a drawing, done for practice or as an experiment.
a musical composition designed to develop a player's technical skill.
a thing or person that is an embodiment or good example of something
an amusing or remarkable thing or person
devote time and attention to gaining knowledge of (an academic subject), especially by means of books
investigate and analyse (a subject or situation) in detail
apply oneself to study
acquire academic knowledge at an educational establishment
learn intensively about something, especially in preparation for a test of knowledge
(of an actor) try to learn (the words of one's role).
give serious thought or consideration to
look at closely in order to observe or read
make an effort to achieve (a result) or take into account (a person or their wishes)
