Definition of "draw in" in English

Verb

1. To attract.

   • Their concerts draw in big crowds.
   • The campfire drew in numerous unwary moths.

2. To get (someone) involved.

   • They drew in the quiet boy who hadn't wanted to participate.

3. To approach.

   • They saw that the night was quickly drawing in, so they pitched their tent.

4. To become dark earlier as a result of seasonal change.

   • It's that time of year again when the evenings really start to draw in.

5. To reduce or contract; to become shorter.