Draft

·vt To transfer by draft.

II. Draft ·vt To compose and write; as, to draft a memorial.

III. Draft ·vt To draw the outline of; to Delineate.

IV. Draft ·adj Relating to, or characterized by, a draft, or current of air. ·same·as Draught.

V. Draft ·adj Pertaining to, or used for, drawing or pulling (as vehicles, loads, ·etc. ). ·same·as Draught.

VI. Draft ·vt To draw from a military band or post, or from any district, company, or society; to Detach; to Select.

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