Meaning & Definition of word "Drawl"

Drawl

/drɔːl/

1. A slow, lazy way of speaking, characterized by prolonged vowels.
- Example: Her drawl was charming, giving her an old-fashioned quality.
2. A drawn-out sound in speech; a prolonged utterance.
- Example: The singer's drawl added a unique flavor to the song, making it memorable.

1. To speak slowly, with prolonged vowels.
- Example: He tends to drawl his words, making each sentence sound like it takes an eternity.
2. To make a drawn-out sound while speaking.
- Example: When she gets tired, she starts to drawl, making it hard to keep the conversation going.

Origin unknown; possibly from 'draw' combined with 'l' suggesting a dragging out of speech.

drawl out:

To say something in a lengthened or prolonged manner.

Southern drawl:

A specific accent characterized by slower, drawn-out pronunciation, often associated with the Southern United States.

slur:

To speak rapidly and indistinctly, often blending words together.

draw:

To pull out or drag something, often related to extending time or speech.

Meaning: To talk slowly as a way of being funny or lazy.

Example Sentence: He was just trying to be funny with that drawl, but it went on too long.

Meaning: A manner of speaking that implies boredom or lack of interest.

Example Sentence: Her drawl indicated that she was not really into the topic of discussion.