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Drawn Definition & Meaning

drawn
adjective
  1. showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering; "looking careworn as she bent over her mending"; "her face was drawn and haggard from sleeplessness"; "that raddled but still noble face"; "shocked to see the worn look of his handsome young face"- Charles Dickens
  2. having the curtains or draperies closed or pulled shut; "the drawn draperies kept direct sunlight from fading the rug"

"Drawn" in song lyrics

See how drawn is used in real songs:

  • "Solomon's thought, was hit on fort, swords drawn"
    9th Prince f/ RZA — Tribute to the 5th Brother
  • "Kanye West, gay rapper, thats when lines are drawn"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Bloody Tears
  • "The line is drawn"
    Atoms All Stars

Usage tips for "drawn"

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Frequently asked questions

What does drawn mean?
showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering; "looking careworn as she bent over her mending"; "her face was drawn and haggard from sleeplessness"; "that raddled but still noble face"; "shocked to see the worn look of his handsome young face"- Charles Dickens having the curtains or draperies closed or pulled shut; "the drawn draperies kept direct sunlight from fading the rug"
What part of speech is drawn?
Drawn is an adjective.
How many definitions does drawn have?
Drawn has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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