Definition

To attract attention or interest; to pull in people or things.

Example

The new art exhibit is drawing a lot of visitors this weekend.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I saw your sketches the other day; they really draw attention.

Thanks! I always try to make them interesting.

You definitely succeeded; I couldn't stop looking at them.

I appreciate that! It's nice to know my work can draw people in.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A situation or event where no one wins, or a small dip in the ground where water collects, or the act of making a picture with a pencil or pen, or the act of inhaling smoke, or a specific play in football.

Example

The game ended in a draw, with neither team scoring more points than the other.

Conversation

Did you see the draw in yesterday's game?

Yeah, it was kind of disappointing, right?

I thought one team would pull ahead, but it ended in a draw.

Definition

To cause something to come towards you or to take something from a source, often by pulling or attracting it.

Example

She can draw beautiful pictures with just a pencil.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how he managed to draw that penalty during the match?

Yeah, it was a clever move!

I think he really knows how to draw the referee's attention.

Root Explanation

The word 'draw' originates from Old English 'dragan', meaning to pull or drag. It describes the action of pulling something towards oneself or creating an image by pulling a tool across a surface.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'pulling' something towards you — that's what 'draw' means, whether it's pulling an object or creating a picture.

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