- to draw by a physical force causing or tending to cause to approach, adhere, or unite; pull (opposed to repel): The gravitational force of the earth attracts smaller bodies to it.
- to draw by appealing to the emotions or senses, by stimulating interest, or by exciting admiration; allure; invite: to attract attention; to attract admirers by one's charm.
- to possess or exert the power of attraction.
- to draw (notice, a crowd of observers, etc) to oneself by conspicuous behaviour or appearance (esp in the phrase attract attention)
- to exert a force on (a body) that tends to cause an approach or oppose a separation
- to possess some property that pulls or draws (something) towards itself
- to exert a pleasing, alluring, or fascinating influence (upon); be attractive (to)
