デッサン

Etymology
Borrowed from.

Noun

 * 1) a sketch, a line drawing, especially as a study or draft for a later work

Usage notes

 * The terms, , and refer to a drawing made in a relatively short period of time that roughs in the main points.
 * often refers more specifically to a line drawing intended as a draft or study for a later picture, carving, sculpture, or other artwork.
 * can also be used more figuratively to describe a rough overview of things in general.
 * refers to a draft for a drawing or painting.

Verb

 * 1) to sketch or draw something, especially as a study or draft for a later work

Usage notes

 * The terms, , and refer to a drawing made in a relatively short period of time that roughs in the main points.
 * refers more specifically to a line drawing intended as a draft for a later picture, carving, sculpture, or other artwork.
 * can also be used more figuratively to describe a rough overview of things in general.