drain

Definition

  • verb: to remove (liquid) from something by letting it flow away or out
  • verb: to draw off (liquid) gradually or completely
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: filter, abate, ablate

Examples

  • Years of civil war have 'drained' the country 'of' its resources. [=have used up the country's resources]

  • Nothing has been done to stop the 'brain drain' as more and more doctors move away from the area.

  • When the beans have cooked long enough to be tender, 'drain off' the water and set them aside.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I'd try putting it in the water if I were you. Myrtle! Hello, Harry. Long time no see. I was circling a blocked drain the other day... ...and could swear I saw a bit of Polyjuice Potion. Not being a bad boy again, are you, Harry? (..)
    2005 Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire