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draw in

UK
/drɔː ɪn/
US
/drɔ ɪn/

Translations

draw inverb
drew in
Past Simple
drawn in
Past Participle
drawing in
Gerund
UK
/drɔː ɪn/
US
/drɔ ɪn/
inspirerPour la respiration : « draw in a breath ».
He drew in a deep breath before speaking.
Il a inspiré profondément avant de parler.
rentrerPour des voiles, cordes ou autres éléments que l'on serre ou replie.
The sailor drew in the sails as the wind picked up.
Le marin a rentré les voiles tandis que le vent se levait.
The exciting story drew in many new readers.
L'histoire captivante a impliqué de nombreux nouveaux lecteurs.
The bright display drew in customers from the street.
L'étalage lumineux a attiré des clients depuis la rue.
Additional translations
s'approcherS'emploie pour le passage du temps, des saisons ou de l'obscurité qui tombe.
Synonyms
pull in
captivate
engage
lure
entice
attract

Definitions

draw inverb
To cause someone or something to become involved in a situation or activity.
The exciting story drew in many new readers.
To pull or attract something towards oneself.
He drew in a deep breath before speaking.
To shorten or tighten something, such as a rope or sail.
The sailor drew in the sails as the wind picked up.
To approach or come closer, often used in reference to time or seasons.
As winter draws in, the days become shorter.
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