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4 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Drain' in a Sentence

"To slowly remove or draw off a liquid, typically by filtration or gradually withdrawing it." more

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The swamp was equipped with a network of canals to drain excess water and prevent flooding.
To unclog the sink, he had to use a plunger to drain the water that was causing the blockage.
The chef will have drained the pasta just before serving it al dente.
By the end of the party, he will be draining the last drops of champagne from the bottle.

Drain

dreyn
verbTo slowly remove or draw off a liquid, typically by filtration or gradually withdrawing it.
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Last Updated On: December 31, 2023
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