Word: Draw

Pronunciation

/draʊ/

Definitions

• Verb (v):

  • To pull or drag something towards oneself or along a surface using physical force. Example: “She drew the curtains open to let in some light.”
  • To move or guide something by pulling steadily. Example: “The artist drew the pencil across the paper to create a sketch.”
  • To extract or remove from a container or source. Example: “He drew a deep breath before speaking.”
  • To create or produce by making lines or marks on a surface, usually with a pen, pencil, or brush. Example: “She drew a beautiful landscape picture.”
  • To attract or bring in a large number or variety of people. Example: “The concert drew a huge crowd.”
  • In card games, to select cards from a deck. Example: “Each player drew five cards.”

• Noun (n):

  • A contest in which lots are drawn to determine the winner or losers; a lottery or raffle. Example: “There was a draw to decide who would win the prize.”
  • The act of pulling back a bowstring to shoot an arrow. Example: “His draw was strong and precise.”
  • A tie or even result in a competition where neither side wins. Example: “The match ended in a draw.”
  • The characteristic curve or angle made when a bowstring is pulled back in archery. Example: “He adjusted his bow’s draw weight.”
  • A graphic representation or sketch. Example: “She showed us her latest watercolor draw.”

Phrases

• “Draw a conclusion”: To reach a decision based on available information.
• “Draw the line”: To set a limit or boundary beyond which one will not go.
• “Draw attention to”: To cause people to notice or focus on something.
• “Draw out”: To elicit or coax information or a response from someone.
• “A blank draw”: When no numbers or prizes are won in a lottery.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “She drew a map to help visitors navigate around the city.”
• Noun: “In the final game, both teams played so well that it resulted in a draw.”

Synonyms

• As a verb:

  • Pull
  • Drag
  • Sketch
  • Attract
  • Extract
  • Select (in card games)

• As a noun:

  • Lottery
  • Raffle
  • Tie
  • Sketching
  • Representation
  • Conclusion (in the context of drawing conclusions)
  • Line (in the context of setting boundaries)