Definitions

1. noun

The act or process of removing or diverting water from a particular area or system, especially by a system of drains or canals.

“The city invested heavily in drainage systems to prevent flooding during heavy rainfall.”

2. noun

A system of drains or canals used to remove or divert water from a particular area or system.

“The new housing development included a comprehensive drainage system to prevent water accumulation.”

3. noun

The flow of water or other fluid away from a particular area or system.

“The engineers studied the drainage patterns of the river to predict flood risks.”

4. verb

To remove or divert water from a particular area or system, especially by a system of drains or canals.

“The farmer drained the excess water from the field to prevent crop damage.”

5. verb

To remove or divert fluid from a particular area or system.

“The technicians drained the oil from the engine to replace it with new oil.”