verb
- to remove liquid from something by allowing it to flow out
- to flow out gradually
- to use up completely; to exhaust
noun
- a pipe or channel that carries away liquid
- something that uses up resources or energy
Examples
- Please drain the pasta in the colander.
- The water will drain slowly from the bathtub.
- The long hike drained all my energy.
- The kitchen sink drain is clogged.
- Medical bills can be a real drain on your savings.
- She drained the oil from the car engine.
- The color drained from his face when he heard the news.