What does draft mean?

an early version of writing that may be changed to write an early version of a document

draft

/drɑːft/ · /dræft/

CEFR level B2Topic WorkWord #3408 in the learning path

草稿；草案

n. an early version of writing that may be changed

草稿；草案

v. to write an early version of a document

起草；草拟

I saved the first draft of my letter.

我保存了这封信的初稿。

Governments should publish draft legislation early so that citizens can comment before final decisions are made.

政府应尽早公布立法草案，让公民在最终决定作出前发表意见。

表“草稿”英美均用draft；穿堂风英式用draught。

What does draft mean?: an early version of writing that may be changed to write an early version of a document
How is draft pronounced?: UK /drɑːft/, US /dræft/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.