draining
|drain/ing|
B2
/ˈdreɪnɪŋ/
(drain)
remove liquid
Etymology
Etymology Information
'drain' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'dreahnian', where 'dreahnian' meant 'to draw off liquid'.
Historical Evolution
'dreahnian' transformed into the Middle English word 'dreinen', and eventually became the modern English word 'drain'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to draw off liquid', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'removing liquid or energy'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'drain'.
The water is draining from the sink.
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Adjective 1
causing someone to feel very tired or exhausted.
The long meeting was mentally draining.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41