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(1):

(v. t.) To pass, or to draw off, (as steam) through narrow ports, or the like, thus reducing its pressure or force by friction.

(2):

(v. t.) Hence, also, to draw or spin out to great length and tenuity; as, to wiredraw an argument.

(3):

(v. t.) To form (a piece of metal) into wire, by drawing it through a hole in a plate of steel.

(4):

(v. t.) Hence, to draw by art or violence.