What does DRAWL mean?

Drawl Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

Definitions:

• (n.) A slow, lazy way of speaking that involves stretching out words and syllables.
• (v.) To speak with a slow, lazy way of speaking that involves stretching out words and syllables.

Pronunciations:

• US: /drɔl/
• UK: /drɔːl/

Origin and Usage:

The word "drawl" originated from the Middle English word "drawlen," which means "to drag." It was first recorded in the 16th century and was used to describe the way someone spoke with a slow, lazy drawl. The word is commonly used in the United States to describe a Southern accent or dialect.

Synonyms:

• Speak slowly
• Speak lazily
• Speak drawlingly

Related Words:

• Brawl
• Crawl
• Thraw
• Straw
• Wrawl

Example Sentences:

• He spoke in a slow drawl, stretching out each word as if he had all the time in the world.
• The Southern drawl of his voice was unmistakable.
• She drawled out her words, making it clear that she was not in a hurry.