Meaning & Definition of word "Draughts"
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Draughts
/drɑːfts/
noun:
- 1. A board game for two players, played on an 8x8 grid, where each player moves pieces diagonally and aims to capture the opponent's pieces.
- Example: We spent the afternoon playing draughts by the fireplace.
- 2. The pieces used in the game of draughts.
- Example: He set up the draughts on the board, ready for a match.
- 3. A version of the game, known as checkers in American English.
- Example: She introduced me to draughts, which is quite similar to the game of checkers.
verb:
- 1. To draw or select (as in a game or lot).
- Example: The team draughts players from local leagues for their upcoming season.
Etymology
Derived from the Middle English 'draught', meaning a drawing or pulling.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to play draughts:
to engage in the game of draughts
a draughts champion:
someone who is highly skilled at playing draughts
Related Words
checkers:
The American term for draughts, a game where players capture opponent's pieces.
board game:
A game involving pieces played on a board.
strategy:
A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim.
Slang Meanings of draughts
Meaning: To be checkmated
Example Sentence: He got draughted in the last round and couldn't move.
Meaning: A boring game
Example Sentence: That was a draughts match; it lacked excitement.