Definitions

1. noun

A slow and relaxed way of speaking, often characteristic of certain regions in the United States, or a person’s speech habit that is characterized by such a way of speaking.

“The Southerner’s drawl was unmistakable, even over the phone.”

2. verb

To speak with a drawling tone, or to slow down the pace of one’s speech.

“The teacher asked the students to drawl out the vowels in the words they were reading.”