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/drɔ/
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/drɔː/
create or pull
Etymology
Etymology Information
'draw' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'dragan,' where 'dragan' meant 'to pull or drag.'
Historical Evolution
'dragan' transformed into the Middle English word 'drawen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'draw.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pull or drag,' but over time it evolved to include the meaning of 'producing a picture.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a game or contest that ends with the score even.
The match ended in a draw.
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Verb 1
to produce a picture or diagram by making lines and marks on paper with a pencil, pen, etc.
She loves to draw landscapes.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35