A preliminary version of a piece of writing. noun
She completed the first draft of her novel.
The editor asked for a draft of the article by Monday.
A written order to pay a specified sum; a check. noun
He received a bank draft for the payment.
The company issued a draft to cover the expenses.
Compulsory recruitment for military service. noun
He was called up in the draft during the war.
The draft was abolished in many countries after the conflict.
A current of cool air in a room or other confined space. noun
She felt a draft coming from the window.
The door was left open, causing a draft in the hallway.
To prepare a preliminary version of a text. verb
She was asked to draft a proposal for the new project.
He drafted a letter to the editor.
To select a person or group for a certain purpose, especially for military service. verb
He was drafted into the army last year.
The team drafted a new player for the upcoming season.
Relating to beer drawn from a cask or keg rather than a bottle or can. adjective
He ordered a pint of draft beer.
The pub is known for its selection of draft ales.