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Meaning of draw on

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

draw on

verb

Definitions

  1. To sketch or mark with pencil, crayon, etc., on a given surface.

  2. (also draw upon) To appeal to, make a demand of, rely on; to utilize or make use of, as a source.

    Example: The reporter drew heavily on interviews with former members of the secretive group.

  3. To advance, continue; to move or pass slowly or continuously, as under a pulling force.

    Example: As the day draws on, the oxen will begin to show fatigue.

  4. To approach, come nearer, as evening.

    Example: Evening is drawing on; we'd better call it a day.