A short comic play or performance, typically consisting of a single scene in a variety show, theatrical revue, or (now especially) a television programme.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The Sunday Times.
Definition of comedy sketch in US English:
comedy sketch
noun
A short comic play or performance, typically consisting of a single scene in a variety show, theatrical revue, or (now especially) a television programme.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The Sunday Times.