What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sketch outline of a dozy judge (9)" mean?

The definition is "Sketch outline". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (synonym="A") + DUMB (synonym="dozy") + RATE (synonym="judge") = ADUMBRATE; definition: "Sketch outline" The answer is ADUMBRATE.

Sketch outline of a dozy judge (9)

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