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draft

Definition

  • noun: a version of something (such as a document) that you make before you make the final version
  • noun: the act of drawing a net
  • verb: to make a version of (something, such as a document or plan) that will need more work in order to be finished
  • verb: to select for some purpose
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: dose, detach, select

Examples

  • I just completed a 'rough draft' [=a first version that needs a lot of editing and rewriting] of my speech.

  • He's a 'draft dodger'. [=a person who illegally avoids joining the armed forces]

  • You may want to seal the windows with plastic to stop 'drafts'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Of course. Have a safe flight. Experts were pessimistic that anything meaningful - could come out of the summit. Draft of the appropriations bill from the Speaker's office. Just put it on the desk, please. ...Catherine Durant had this to say from Brandenburg. President Petrov and I (..)
    2016 TvShow: House of Cards Title: Chapter 45 Season: 4 Episode 6
  • (..) - We should discuss privately. You're going to Brandenburg yourself? If his health continues to worsen... We'll assess as we get closer, but, no, I'll stay here if it looks dire. We should probably draft an appropriation in case we need to pay for a state funeral. - Doug. - Madam Secretary. (..)
    2016 TvShow: House of Cards Title: Chapter 45 Season: 4 Episode 6