draw
/drɔ/
noun
- A result in a game or competition where both sides have the same score; a tie.
- A draw is often considered a fair outcome in chess.
- The match ended in a draw, so no one won.
- The team was disappointed with the draw against their rivals.
- An act of selecting something randomly, such as a lottery or raffle.
- He won a bicycle in the school raffle draw.
- The prize draw will take place at noon on Friday.
- The lottery draw is broadcast live on television.
- Something that attracts attention or interest; an attraction.
- The new museum is a major draw for tourists.
- The festival's main draw is the fireworks display.
- Live music is always a big draw at the local café.
Synonyms
verb
- To make a picture or diagram with a pen, pencil, or other tool.
- She likes to draw flowers in her notebook.
- The teacher asked the students to draw a map of the world.
- He can draw realistic portraits using only charcoal.
- To pull or move something in a particular direction, especially with effort.
- The horse drew the heavy cart up the hill.
- She drew the curtain to let in more light.
- He drew a deep breath before diving into the water.
- To attract or cause someone to come or be interested.
- The mystery of the old house draws curious visitors.
- The bright colors of the market draw many tourists.
- His speech drew a large crowd of supporters.
- To take or obtain something from a source.
- We draw water from the well every morning.
- She draws a salary from the company each month.
- The artist draws inspiration from nature.
- To end a game or competition with equal scores; to tie.
- The chess game ended when both players agreed to draw.
- If they draw, they will have to play again next week.
- The two teams drew 2–2 in the final match.
- To move slowly or steadily in a specified direction.
- The train drew into the station exactly on time.
- The car drew up to the front gate.
- Winter is drawing near, and the days are getting shorter.