drafting

American  

[draf-ting, drahf-] / ˈdræf tɪŋ, ˈdrɑf- /

noun

1. mechanical drawing.

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Etymology

Origin of drafting

First recorded in 1875–80; draft + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

If I am drafting a book, my writing routine really is from the time I’m done with my word games until the end of the work day.

From The Wall Street Journal

While drafting Bea as a spy makes a certain amount of sense, Twila’s skill set, as she is told, is being “fearless.”

From Los Angeles Times

This suggests that expanding federal liability frameworks may require careful drafting to avoid unintended impacts on officers serving California communities.

From Los Angeles Times

So if you find yourself standing in front of your cabinets, drafting rules that feel overly strict, incomplete or vaguely panic-inducing, consider loosening your grip just a touch.

From Salon

A bipartisan Senate group is drafting a two-year extension for subsidies.

From Barron's