Definition of draining Draining

/dɹejˈnɪŋ/ - [dreyning] -

We found 7 definitions of draining from 4 different sources.

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What does draining mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

draining - having a debilitating effect; "an exhausting job in the hot sun"
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • draining (Noun)
    The practice of exploring drains, tunnels, or sewers.
  • draining (Verb)
    Present participle of drain.
  • draining (Adjective)
    That drains.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • draining (p. pr. & vb. n.)
    of Drain
  • draining (v. t.)
    The art of carrying off surplus water, as from land.

Part of speech

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  • draining, verb, gerund of drain (infinitive).

Pronunciation

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