freehand

/ˈfriːhænd/

Definitions

1. noun

A drawing or writing done without the aid of mechanical devices or guides.

“The artist’s freehand technique gave her paintings a unique and expressive quality.”

2. adverb

Without the aid of mechanical devices or guides.

“She can do the drawing freehand, but it takes her a long time.”

Synonyms

  • manual
  • unaided

Antonyms

  • aided
  • mechanized