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to draw up
[phrase form: draw]
01
to create a plan, document, or written agreement, often in a formal or official context
Transitive: to draw up a plan or document
Grammatical Information
Composition
phrasal
Action verb
Regular
Inseparable
Particle
up
Base verb
draw
Present tense
draw up
3rd person singular
draws up
Present participle
drawing up
Past simple
drew up
Past participle
drawn up
Examples
The lawyer was hired to draw up a contract outlining the terms of the business partnership.
02
to stop a vehicle, often in a particular location
Transitive: to draw up a vehicle
Examples
The traffic officer signaled to draw up the cars to check for valid documents.
03
to stand in an upright or alert posture
Intransitive
Examples
As the teacher entered the classroom, the students were instructed to draw up and sit attentively.
04
(particularly of a group of soldiers) to stand in formation or order, based on ranks, height, etc.
Intransitive
Examples
The drill sergeant ordered the recruits to draw up in precise military formation.
05
to move a piece of furniture, especially a chair, near to something or someone
Transitive: to draw up a seat
Examples
She decided to draw up a chair to the fireplace to enjoy the warmth.
