draught
noun
Definitions of draught noun
air
- C1Countable
A current of cool air that moves through an enclosed space, often causing discomfort.
I felt a draught coming in from the window.
Close the door, there's a draught in here.
She sat in a draught and caught a cold.
boats
- Countablesailingspecialized
The depth of a vessel's keel below the waterline, indicating the minimum depth of water required to prevent it from touching the bottom.
The ship has too deep of a draught to enter the shallow waters.
We need to be aware of the tides because of the boat's draught.
The ship's draught allows for safe docking in the harbor.
beverage
- Uncountable
A method of dispensing beverages, especially beer, from large containers such as kegs or barrels, rather than individual bottles or cans.
The bar had a wide selection of beers on draught.
The pub is known for its variety of craft beers on draught.
They decided to serve cider on draught at the party.
Phrases of draught noun
- draughts
A two-player board game where each player has twelve circular pieces that are moved on a board of alternating black and white squares.
• I am familiar with playing draughts, but I do not know how to play chess.
adjective
Definitions of draught adjective
beverage
- Before noun
Relating to or being a drink, typically beer, which is stored in and served from a large container like a barrel or keg.
We ordered two pints of draught stout.
This bar only serves draught beer.
I prefer draught to bottled beer.
animals
- Before noun
Used to describe animals that are specifically bred or trained for the purpose of pulling heavy loads, such as carts or ploughs.
Farmers used draught oxen to plow the fields.
The draught horses were used to pull the wagons.
Draught animals are crucial for traditional farming.