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Meaning of the word draw in English

What does draw mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

draw

US /drɑː/
UK /drɑː/
"draw" picture

Verb

1.

to make a picture of something or someone with a pencil or pen rather than paint

Example:
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She likes to draw animals.
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Can you draw a straight line?
Synonym:
sketchillustratedepictrenderportray
2.

to pull or drag something in a particular direction

Example:
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He tried to draw the curtain open.
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The wagon was drawn by two horses.
Synonym:
pulldraghaultowtug
3.

to attract or interest someone

Example:
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The exhibition is expected to draw large crowds.
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His charisma always manages to draw people to him.
Synonym:
attractlureenticebeckoncaptivate

Noun

1.

a game or contest in which neither side wins or loses

Example:
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The football match ended in a draw.
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It was a draw, so they'll have a rematch.
Synonym:
tiestalematedeadlock
2.

an act of pulling or attracting something or someone

Example:
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The draw of the city lights was irresistible.
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He felt a strong draw to the mountains.
Synonym:
attractionappealallurecharmmagnetism
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