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DRAFT

(noun, verb, adj.)
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There are 16 meanings of the word Draft.

How to pronounce draft:

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Draft - as a noun

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
draught12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
air currentcurrent of airwind8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A preliminary sketch of a design or picture

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rough drawing

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

Example: "They served beer on draft"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
draught12potation10tipple10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
drink10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Any of the various versions in the development of a written work

Example: "A preliminary draft"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
draft copy

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
draught12

A regulator for controlling the flow of air in a fireplace

A dose of liquid medicine

Example: "He took a sleeping draft"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
draught12

Compulsory military service

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
conscription18muster8selective service
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
militarisation16militarization25mobilisation16mobilization25
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A large and hurried swallow

Example: "He finished it at a single gulp"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
draught12gulp7swig8

The act of moving a load by drawing or pulling

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
draught12drawing12

Draft - as a verb

Draw up an outline or sketch for something

Example: "Draft a speech"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
outline7

Engage somebody to enter the army

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enlist6muster in
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
enrol5enroll6enter5inscribe12raise5recruit9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make a blueprint of

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blueprint13draught12

Draft - as an adjective

Referring to drinks on tap, in contrast to bottled.

Example: "I'd rather have a fresh, cheap draft beer."

Referring to animals used for pulling heavy loads.

Example: "A clydesdale is a draft horse."

Example Sentences

"The soldier was called up for the draft."
"The writer made several revisions to the first draft of his novel."
"She felt a draft coming from the open window."
"The manager selected her team members in the draft."
"The CEO presented a rough draft of the company's new strategic plan."
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Word Game Points

Is DRAFT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, draft is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DRAFT has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is DRAFT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, draft is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DRAFT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is DRAFT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, draft is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DRAFT has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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