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draft

British pronunciation/dɹˈɑːft/
American pronunciation/ˈdɹæft/
to draft
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

to write something for the first time that needs corrections for the final presentation

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2

to draw the blueprints and the sketches for a building, machine, structure, etc.

synonyms : outline
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3

engage somebody to enter the army

synonyms : enlist
muster in
antonyms : discharge
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4

make a blueprint of

synonyms : blueprint
draught
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Draft
[NOUN]
1

a preliminary sketch of a design or picture

synonyms : rough drawing
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2

a current of air (usually coming into a chimney or room or vehicle)

synonyms : draught
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3

a document ordering the bank to pay a specific amount of money to someone

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4

the act of moving a load by drawing or pulling

synonyms : draught
drawing
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5

a large and hurried swallow

synonyms : draught
gulp
swig
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6

compulsory military service

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7

a dose of liquid medicine

synonyms : draught
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8

a regulator for controlling the flow of air in a fireplace

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9

the depth of a vessel's keel below the surface (especially when loaded)

synonyms : draught
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10

an unfinished version of something written that might be subject to change before it is finished

synonyms : draft copy
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11

a serving of drink (usually alcoholic) drawn from a keg

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Examples
1. He rejected the first draft of the report, asking for major revisions.
2. With a gentle push, the window closed tightly, sealing out the draft.
3. Mark wasn't happy with his first draft of the book, but he's grateful for the chance to take a second bite at the cherry and revise it before submitting it to publishers.
4. The U.S. government drafted thousands of 18 to 21 year old men.
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Nearby words

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  • drafting board
  • drafting pencil
  • drafting triangle
  • drag
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