To draw
Example: They draw conclusions from data
Definition
"To draw" means to produce a picture or diagram by making lines and marks on a surface, typically with a pen, pencil, or other instrument. It can also mean to conclude or infer information from evidence or reasoning, as in drawing conclusions from data.
Etymology
The verb "to draw" originates from the Old English word 'dragan,' which means to drag or pull. Over time, its meaning expanded from physically pulling to creating images by pulling a pen or tool across a surface. Interestingly, the use of "draw" to mean 'to conclude' developed metaphorically, as if pulling information together.
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"To draw" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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