Main Entry: draw

Pronunciation: \ˈdrȯ\

Function: verb

Inflected Form(s): drew \ˈdrü\ drawn \ˈdrȯn\ draw·ing

transitive verb

1 : to cause to move toward or localize in a surface <using a poultice to draw inflammation to a head> ; especially : to cause (an unwanted element) to depart (as from the body or a lesion) <this will help draw the poison>
2 : inhale <she drew a deep breath>
3 : to remove the viscera of : eviscerate

intransitive verb

1 : to cause local congestion : induce blood or other body fluid to localize at a particular point : be effective as a blistering agent or counterirritant—used of a poultice and comparable means of medication
2 of a lesion : to become localized—used in the phrase draw to a head