Brouillon

/bruːˈjɔ̃/ noun

Definition

A rough draft or preliminary version of a piece of writing; a sketch or first attempt.

Etymology

From French 'brouillon,' derived from 'brouiller' (to confuse/mix up). The term evolved to mean a jumbled or rough version of something.

Kelly Says

Every famous book you love started as a brouillon—an embarrassing mess of crossed-out lines and coffee stains that the author would never want you to see!

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