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Meaning of drained

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

drained

Pronunciation:/dɹeɪnd/

verb

Definitions

  1. To lose liquid.

    Example: The clogged sink drained slowly.

  2. To flow gradually.

    Example: The water of low ground drains off.

  3. To cause liquid to flow out of.

    Example: Please drain the sink. It's full of dirty water.

  4. To convert a perennially wet place into a dry one.

    Example: They had to drain the swampy land before the parking lot could be built.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Lacking motivation and energy; very tired; knackered.

    Example: I felt so drained after that three-hour exam that I wanted to sleep for the next week.

  2. Of a battery, empty of charge; discharged.