A picture, likeness, diagram or representation, usually drawn on paper
“Nicholson's drawing, using colored ink and enamel paints shows a public park full of brightly colored interconnecting tents.”
The action of extracting something, especially using effort or force
A piece of writing or a picture produced carelessly or hurriedly
The act of pulling something along a surface using motive power
A drawing or sketch that is humorous in nature
An act of outlining or marking out
A picture that represents a word or an idea
The use of small dots to produce art
Animated cartoon
A game in which prizes are mixed in a container so that contestants can randomly pull one out
Having the power to attract, charm or beguile
Engaging attention
In the act or state of taking, accepting or collecting something (given)
Making strict requirements
(rare) Instigating the curiosity or attention of someone
“We create attractive websites that will draw visitors to your web pages.”
Attaining through effort
“He would eventually begin to draw a generous income from his business endeavors.”
Present participle for to produce an image of (someone or something) by making lines and marks on paper
“Thus, it is impossible to draw the above picture in one pencil stroke without retracing.”
Present participle for to pull or drag along through the application of steady force
“Squat, bend at the knee, and draw the object close to you.”
Present participle for to reach (a conclusion) by deduction or inference from a set of circumstances
“So Rushton's use of this data to draw the conclusions he reaches about hereditability is sound, in my opinion.”
Present participle for to remove from a particular place or position
“I will need to draw some money from the ATM to pay for these additional bills.”
Present participle for to take or obtain (liquid or gas) from a source
“The top of the well was covered with a wooden slab, which left a hole to draw water from.”
Present participle for to move somewhere in a slow and steady way
“My excitement grew as the train continued to draw closer to our destination.”
Present participle for to remove the innards of
“If he replies to any effect, I will gibbet him in a pamphlet, and draw and quarter him.”
Present participle for to pull (curtains) shut or open
“When it came to the end of the day, though, I was more than happy to draw the curtains and shut the day out.”
Present participle for to take in (a breath)
“I veer into the middle lane again, car swerving wildly, and draw a second deep breath.”
Present participle for to finish a game or contest on level terms
“The team would draw with their opponents at the siren.”
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