Draft
/dræft/noun
A preliminary version of a piece of writing.
Did you know?In the 14th century, 'draft' was tied to the act of drawing spirits or influences, hinting at its ethereal connections.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*drew-
“to pull, draw, or drag.”
Old English
OE
dræft
“the act of pulling, a drawing.”
Middle English
ME
draft
“a drawing or pulling, particularly in context of letters or writings.”
14th Century
Middle English
drafte
“a preliminary written version or outline.”
Modern English
English
draft
“a version of a document or written work.”