Pronunciation: /drɔ ʌp/
verb to prepare or create a plan, document, or list by writing it out
A1 I can draw up a simple map to show you how to get to the park.
A2 She will draw up a list of all the items we need for the camping trip.
B1 The lawyer will draw up a contract for the business partnership.
B2 The project manager drew up a detailed plan for the construction of the new building.
C1 The team of engineers drew up a proposal for the new bridge design.
C2 The author drew up a manuscript for his latest novel in just a few weeks.
adverb in a way that is upward or towards a higher point
A1 I will draw up a simple plan for our picnic.
A2 She needs to draw up a list of items to pack for the trip.
B1 The lawyer will draw up a contract for the business deal.
B2 The committee will draw up a proposal for the new project.
C1 The architect was asked to draw up detailed blueprints for the building.
C2 The team of experts will draw up a comprehensive report on the environmental impact.
preposition used to indicate movement or direction towards a higher point
A1 I will draw up a simple chart to explain the process.
A2 She asked me to draw up a list of potential candidates for the job.
B1 The lawyer will draw up a contract for the sale of the house.
B2 The team will draw up a detailed plan for the project before starting.
C1 The architect was hired to draw up the blueprints for the new building.
C2 The committee will draw up a proposal to present to the board of directors.
formal The lawyer will draw up a contract for the business agreement.
informal Can you help me draw up a shopping list for the party?
slang Let's draw up a plan to sneak into the concert.
figurative She will draw up her courage and confront the bully.
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