American English
/dɹɔ/
One syllable.
to make a picture with a pencil, pen, or similar tool
“Draw” is usually pronounced /dɹɔ/. In some American accents, especially accents where “cot” and “caught” sound alike, you may hear /dɹɑ/ instead.
to make a picture with a pencil, pen, or similar tool
She likes to draw animals.
He drew a map of the neighborhood.
draw a picture · draw a map · draw a diagram · draw a line
draw + a picture/shape/line
draw + something + on + paper
to pull something toward you or in a particular direction
She drew the curtain toward the window.
He drew the key out of his pocket.
draw the curtains · draw a sword · draw a bow · draw water
draw + something + toward + someone/something
draw + something + out of + something
to make people come to a place, notice something, or react to it
The festival draws thousands of visitors.
The decision drew strong criticism.
draw attention · draw a crowd · draw interest · draw criticism
draw + people/a crowd + to + a place
draw + attention/criticism + from + someone
to take money out of a bank account or fund
You can draw money from this account.
The company drew funds from its reserve.
draw money from an account · draw funds from a pension · draw cash
draw + money + from + an account/fund
to prepare a formal document or plan
They drew up a new rental agreement.
to use knowledge, experience, or money that is available
The team drew on its past experience.
to set a limit on what you will accept
I draw the line at rude behavior.
The past forms are drew and drawn. Do not use drawed.