drain
drain
dreɪn
drein
British pronunciation
/dreɪn/

Definition & Meaning of "drain"in English

to drain
01

to empty or remove liquid from a container or area

Transitive: to drain a liquid
to drain definition and meaning
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After boiling the pasta, he had to drain the water before serving.
02

to gradually or completely use up the available resources

Transitive: to drain a resource
to drain definition and meaning
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The extended drought drained the reservoirs of water.
03

to weaken or exhaust someone or something's energy and vitality

Transitive: to drain sb of energy and vitality
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The long hours at work and constant stress drained him of his physical and mental strength.
Drain
01

a pipe in the bottom of a sink, bath, etc. through which dirty water flows out

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drain definition and meaning

What is a "drain"?

A drain is a pipe or channel designed to carry away waste liquids, such as water or sewage, from a building or area. It allows for the removal of excess water or waste by directing it to a safe location, such as a sewer or septic system. Drains are commonly found in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor areas, helping to prevent flooding or water buildup. They can vary in size and are often covered with grates or caps to prevent debris from entering.

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The plumber unclogged the drain in the kitchen sink, allowing water to flow freely again.
02

a conduit or pipe designed to carry away liquid waste to a sewer, septic system, or other safe location

What is a "drain"?

A drain is a pipe or channel designed to carry away waste liquids, such as water or sewage, from a building or area. It allows for the removal of excess water or waste by directing it to a safe location, such as a sewer or septic system. Drains are commonly found in kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor areas, helping to prevent flooding or water buildup. They can vary in size and are often covered with grates or caps to prevent debris from entering.

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The city installed a new drain to prevent flooding.
03

the process of removing liquid from a container or area, often by letting it flow out

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The drain of the pond took several hours.
04

a gradual reduction or exhaustion of energy, resources, or strength

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The long meeting was a drain on her energy.
05

a tube that removes fluids from wounds or body cavities to aid healing

What is a "drain"?

A drain refers to a small tube inserted into a wound or organ to help remove fluids like blood or infectious liquids. This helps healing by preventing fluid buildup, reducing infection risk, and allowing tissues to heal properly. Drains usually have tiny holes that let fluids pass through into a container or out of the body, depending on the medical situation.

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After surgery, a drain helped remove excess fluid from the incision.
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