drain (Meaning)
drain (n)
emptying something accomplished by allowing liquid to run out of it
tube inserted into a body cavity (as during surgery) to remove unwanted material
a pipe through which liquid is carried away
a gradual depletion of energy or resources
drain (v)
flow off gradually
deplete of resources
empty of liquid; drain the liquid from
make weak
drain (v. t.)
To draw off by degrees; to cause to flow gradually out or off; hence, to cause the exhaustion of.
To exhaust of liquid contents by drawing them off; to make gradually dry or empty; to remove surface water, as from streets, by gutters, etc.; to deprive of moisture; hence, to exhaust; to empty of wealth, resources, or the like; as, to drain a country of its specie.
To filter.
drain (v. i.)
To flow gradually; as, the water of low ground drains off.
To become emptied of liquor by flowing or dropping; as, let the vessel stand and drain.
drain (n.)
The act of draining, or of drawing off; gradual and continuous outflow or withdrawal; as, the drain of specie from a country.
That means of which anything is drained; a channel; a trench; a water course; a sewer; a sink.
The grain from the mashing tub; as, brewers' drains.
Synonyms & Antonyms of drain
drain Sentence Examples
- The plumber worked diligently to unclog the kitchen drain, which was causing water to back up.
- After a heavy rainstorm, the city streets were flooded due to inadequate drainage systems.
- The doctor ordered a chest drain to be inserted into the patient's chest cavity to drain excess fluid.
- The gardener installed a French drain around the house to prevent water from pooling in the basement.
- The leaky faucet in the bathroom was slowly draining the water heater, leading to higher energy bills.
- The athlete's muscles were drained of energy after the grueling marathon, and they needed time to recover.
- The financial crisis resulted in a drain on the country's resources, leading to a need for international assistance.
- The emotional drain of caring for a sick loved one can be overwhelming for family members.
- The project required a significant drain on the company's budget, forcing them to cut back on other expenses.
- The old, rusty sink in the kitchen was a drain on the overall aesthetic of the room, and the homeowners decided to replace it.
FAQs About the word drain
emptying something accomplished by allowing liquid to run out of it, tube inserted into a body cavity (as during surgery) to remove unwanted material, a pipe th
siphon, bleed, draw (off), tap, empty, suck,pump, flush, draft, milk
fill, wash, wash,fill, soak, water, soak, water, douse, flood
The plumber worked diligently to unclog the kitchen drain, which was causing water to back up.
After a heavy rainstorm, the city streets were flooded due to inadequate drainage systems.
The doctor ordered a chest drain to be inserted into the patient's chest cavity to drain excess fluid.
The gardener installed a French drain around the house to prevent water from pooling in the basement.
