drawing aid
nounUK /ˈdrɔːɪŋ eɪd/
US /ˈdrɔːɪŋ eɪd/
A drawing aid is a tool that helps you draw things more easily.
She used a ruler as a drawing aid to make straight lines.
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2. A device such as a stencil or template used to guide the hand when drawing shapes.
The plastic circle template is a handy drawing aid for making perfect circles.
3. Software or a digital feature that assists in creating drawings on a computer.
The app's grid overlay is a drawing aid for beginners.
4. A physical support like a drawing board or easel that helps hold paper steady while drawing.
He set up his drawing aid on the table before starting his sketch.