Drawn
drɔːn
Definitions
2 meaningsPast participle of the verb 'draw', used to indicate an action completed in the past.
drɔːn
Past participle of 'draw'
The curtains were drawn, darkening the room.
💡 Simply: It means something has been made or created using a pencil or something similar, or money has been taken out, or a game ended in a tie.
👶 For kids: When someone drew something with a pencil, it's called drawn. Also, when you take money from a bank account, that money is drawn.
More Examples
He had drawn a map of the area.
The game was drawn after a fierce battle.
How It's Used
"The artist had drawn a beautiful portrait."
"The match was drawn, ending in a tie."
"Funds were drawn from the account to cover the expenses."
Appearing strained, tired, or haggard, usually due to illness, worry, or exhaustion.
drɔːn
Looking tired or strained
Her drawn expression revealed her exhaustion.
💡 Simply: It means someone looks exhausted or worried. Like when you stay up all night, you might have a drawn look on your face.
👶 For kids: When someone's face looks tired or sad, it's called drawn.
More Examples
The drawn appearance of the refugees spoke of their hardships.
The long flight left him with a drawn look.
How It's Used
"His drawn face showed the effects of his illness."
"Her drawn features hinted at the difficult journey."
Idioms & expressions
drawn out
Prolonged; lasting longer than necessary or expected.
"The drawn-out negotiations finally ended."
be drawn to
To be attracted to or interested in someone or something.
"He was immediately drawn to her intelligence."
From Old English *dragen*, past participle of dragan (to draw, drag), related to German tragen (to carry) and Greek drassein (to grasp).
In older texts, 'drawn' might refer to drawing lots or being selected by chance.
Memory tip
Think of a picture that was DRAWN - it's finished!
Word Origin
"to draw, drag"