Draw
/drɔː/
Definitions
- (v.) To formally take money from a financial account or credit facility.
The company drew funds from its line of credit to cover expenses.
- (v.) To write or create a legal document, especially a contract or will.
The attorney drew up the contract for the sale of the property.
- (v.) To pull or extract a weapon as a show of readiness or for use.
The officer drew his firearm in response to the threat.
- (n.) A written order for the payment of money, such as a bill of exchange or draft.
He presented the draw for payment to the bank.
Forms
- draw
- draws
- drawing
- drew
- drawn
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'draw' often relates to creating or executing documents and financial instruments; clarity in context prevents ambiguity between physical drawing and legal 'draw'. Cross-reference inflections for comprehensive usage.
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