draw (A1)

verb

Pronunciation: /drɔː/

Definition

Make a picture or shape using a pen or pencil.

Examples

• Can you draw a house for me?

• He likes to draw cartoons in his notebook.

• The children draw on the sidewalk with chalk.

How to Use draw

draw out (phrasal verb)

To make something last longer than needed. — "Don't draw out the meeting for too long."

draw up (phrasal verb)

To prepare a document or plan. — "We need to draw up a new contract."

Synonyms of draw

Words with a similar meaning to draw:

• sketch
• illustrate
• depict
• delineate

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