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.