emptying something accomplished by allowing liquid to run out of it

[ Syn: drainage ]

tube inserted into a body cavity (as during surgery) to remove unwanted material

a pipe through which liquid is carried away

[ Syn: drainpipe , waste pipe ]

a gradual depletion of energy or resources; a drain on resources; a drain of young talent by emigration'

flow off gradually; The rain water drains into this big vat

[ Syn: run out ]

deplete of resources; The exercise class drains me of energy'

empty of liquid; drain the liquid from; We drained the oil tank'

make weak; Life in the camp drained him

[ Syn: enfeeble , debilitate ]