Definition

To draw or remove something, especially a weapon, faster than someone else or to attract more attention than another.

Example

He managed to outdraw his opponent in the quick-draw competition.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see the latest competition at the fair?

Yeah, it was amazing how some of those riders could really outdraw each other.

I know! It felt like the crowd was more excited than ever.

Absolutely, the energy was incredible when they started to compete!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Outdraw → It is formed from "out-" (meaning outside or beyond) and "draw" (from Old English "dragan", meaning to pull or drag). The word "outdraw" means to draw or pull something out or beyond a certain point.

Memory Tip

Think of pulling something "outside" or "beyond" — that's what outdraw means.

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