Drain (Noun)
Meaning 1
Tube inserted into a body cavity (as during surgery) to remove unwanted material.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A gradual depletion of energy or resources; "a drain on resources"; "a drain of young talent by emigration".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
Emptying something accomplished by allowing liquid to run out of it.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The plumber opened the valve to allow the water to drain from the flooded basement.
- The kitchen sink was clogged until the plumber inserted a pipe to facilitate the drain.
- After washing the dishes, she carefully positioned the rack to facilitate the drain of excess water.
- The doctor advised the patient to rest her ankle and allow the swelling to drain before resuming normal activities.
- The water level in the tank was low because the mechanic had forgotten to close the valve and allowed all the liquid to drain.
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Meaning 4
A pipe through which liquid is carried away.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.