drafting
UK: ˈdrɑːftɪŋ | US: ˈdræftɪŋ
n. the act or process of drawing plans, sketches, or outlines
n. the technique of creating a preliminary version of a document
n. (engineering) the preparation of technical drawings
"Drafting" emerged in the 16th century from the verb "draft" (to draw/pull), reflecting the physical act of pulling a pen across paper. Its technical sense (e.g., engineering drawings) developed alongside industrialization, emphasizing precision in "pulling" lines to scale.
She spent hours drafting the architectural blueprints.
The lawyer is drafting a contract for the new client.
Technical drafting requires knowledge of CAD software.
His drafting skills improved after taking an engineering course.
The team collaborated on drafting the project proposal.