draft

/dɹæft/noun

An early version of a piece of writing or a drawing that will be revised later.

Example sentences

“She finished the first draft of her essay the night before it was due.”
“My editor sent the draft back covered in red notes.”

'Rough draft' and 'final draft' are the standard pairings. The word also covers indoor airflow, sports player selection, conscription, and keg beer.

Synonyms for draft

sketch

On the Academic Word List. Find it in: Academic vocabulary.

Related words

approveTo officially accept or agree to a plan, request, or decision.bonusExtra money that an employer pays a worker on top of their normal salary, often for good work.delegateSomeone chosen to speak or act on behalf of others, for example at a meeting or conference.incomeThe money a person receives from working or from investments.colleagueshipThe condition or relationship of being colleagues.professionA job that requires special training or education.