Meaning of 'drain'

noun

emptying something accomplished by allowing liquid to run out of it

Synonyms: drainage

noun

a gradual depletion of energy or resources

Example: "a drain on resources"

noun

a pipe through which liquid is carried away

Synonyms: drainpipe waste pipe

noun

tube inserted into a body cavity to remove unwanted material, as during surgery

Example: "The doctor used a drain to remove excess fluid during the procedure."

verb

make weak

Example: "Life in the camp drained him"

Synonyms: enfeeble debilitate

verb

empty of liquid

Example: "drain the liquid from"

verb

deplete of resources

Example: "The exercise class drains me of energy"

verb

flow off gradually

Example: "The rain water drains into this big vat"

Synonyms: run out