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Definition draw on in British English

draw on phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb

▪ experience, expertise, knowledge, reserves, resources

1

to use something that you have gradually gained or saved

Example

As an actor, you often draw on your own life experiences.

Example

Your body draws on its reserves of fat during the times when you are fasting.

Synonyms and related words
repurpose go towards bring in
2

to breathe in smoke from a cigarette

Example

She shook her head as she drew on her cigarette.

Synonyms and related words
ashtray cessation chain-smoke
3

to take money from a bank account by writing a cheque

Example

He paid with a cheque drawn on his company's account.

Synonyms and related words
blank cheque bounce cancel a cheque
4

to put on a particular piece of clothing

Synonyms and related words
put on wear get dressed
Definition draw on in British English