draft
1draft
noun \ˈdraft, ˈdräft\: a version of something (such as a document) that you make before you make the final version
: cool air moving in a closed space (such as a room)
: a system in which young people are required to join the armed forces of a country for a period of service
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Examples of DRAFT
- The published poem differs quite a bit from earlier drafts.
- You may want to seal the windows with plastic to stop drafts.
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2draft
adjectiveof an animal : used for pulling heavy loads
of beer : stored in and poured from a large container
: not yet in the final form
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3draft
verb: to make a version of (something, such as a document or plan) that will need more work in order to be finished
: to choose (someone) for a special purpose
: to officially order (someone) to join the armed forces
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Examples of DRAFT
- The two countries are drafting a treaty.
- The drama club drafted three teenagers to be in the parade.
- The legislature debated drafting more soldiers.
- The new rule prohibits teams from drafting players under 18.
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