Meaning & Definition of word "Draught"

Draught

/drɑːft/

noun:

  • 1. A current of air in a closed space.
    • Example: She felt a cold draught coming in through the window.
  • 2. A drink, typically a drink of beer, drawn from a keg or tap.
    • Example: He ordered a pint of draught beer at the pub.
  • 3. A draft or outline of a document.
    • Example: The writer submitted a draught of the report for review.
  • 4. A deep drink.
    • Example: He took a draught of water after his long run.
  • 5. A team of animals or vehicles used for pulling loads.
    • Example: The farmer used a draught horse to plow the fields.

verb:

  • 1. To draw or pull, especially in the context of a fishing net or a vehicle.
    • Example: They draughted the nets out of the water after the catch.

Etymology

Middle English draught, from Old English dragan meaning 'to draw'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a cold draught:

An unpleasant current of cold air.

take a draught:

To consume a drink, especially in one gulp.

in one draught:

To consume something quickly, in a single go.

Related Words

draft:

A preliminary version or outline of a document.

draw:

To pull something towards oneself.

drain:

To remove liquid from a place.

Slang Meanings of draught

Meaning: A large beer served from a tap.

Example Sentence: I'll have a draught at the bar, please.

Meaning: A good-looking person; someone you want to be seen with.

Example Sentence: That guy is a real draught; everyone wants to hang out with him.