draw

One entry found for draw.

Main Entry: ²draw
Function: noun
1 : the act or process of drawing: as a : a sucking pull on something held with the lips b : a removal of a handgun from its holster <quick on the draw> c : backward spin given to a ball by striking it below center -- compare FOLLOW
2 : something that is drawn: as a : a card drawn to replace a discard in poker b : a lot or chance drawn at random c : the movable part of a drawbridge
3 : a contest left undecided or deadlocked : TIE
4 : one that draws attention or patronage : ATTRACTION
5 a : the distance from the string to the back of a drawn bow b : the force required to draw a bow fully
6 : a gully shallower than a ravine
7 : the deal in draw poker to improve the players' hands after discarding
8 : a football play that simulates a pass play so a runner can go straight up the middle past the pass rushers
9 : a slight to moderate and usually intentional hook in golf