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draw on

The correct spelling is draw on.

How to pronounce draw on

verb

Say it like: Dra-w o-n

The correct spelling is draw on. To sketch or mark with pencil, crayon, etc., on a given surface. For example: "The reporter drew heavily on interviews with former members of the secretive group."

Usage Examples

The reporter drew heavily on interviews with former members of the secretive group.

As the day draws on, the oxen will begin to show fatigue.

Evening is drawing on; we'd better call it a day.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To sketch or mark with pencil, crayon, etc., on a given surface.
  2. 2.(also draw upon) To appeal to, make a demand of, rely on; to utilize or make use of, as a source.
  3. 3.To advance, continue; to move or pass slowly or continuously, as under a pulling force.
  4. 4.To approach, come nearer, as evening.
  5. 5.To put on (a garment)

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