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/dræfts/
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/drɑːfts/
(draft)
preliminary version
Etymology
Etymology Information
'draft' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'draught,' where 'draught' meant 'drawing or pulling.'
Historical Evolution
'draught' transformed into the modern English word 'draft' through phonetic changes over time.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'drawing or pulling,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a preliminary version of a document.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a preliminary version of a piece of writing.
She saved multiple drafts of her essay before submitting the final version.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45