Draft

usgb/dræft/
noun

A first version of a piece of writing before it is finished.

She's finished the first draft of her novel.
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Often appears as...

  • first draft
  • rough draft
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Revision Process

A 'draft' implies that it's subject to change after receiving feedback or re-evaluation.

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After reviewing my first draft, I made several revisions.
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Brainstorming Phase

'Draft' is often used to describe the early stage of writing when ideas are being developed.

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My essay draft is rough, but it has all my main ideas.
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