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drains Definition and Meaning in English (drains definition)

noun
Synonyms:sewersconduitsgutters
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Drains definition: Pipes or channels that carry away waste water or other liquids from a building or area.

Definitions of Drains

  1. 1noun

    Pipes or channels that carry away waste water or other liquids from a building or area.

  2. 2verb

    To cause the liquid to flow out of something, or to empty a liquid from something, often completely.

Example Sentences

casual

“The city's old drains often get blocked during heavy rain.”

casual

“The new pump quickly drains the water from the basement.”

casual

“The constant worry drains her energy.”

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infinitivedrain
past tensedrained
present participledraining
noundrain
noundrainage

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