Definitions

1. noun

a pipe or channel for draining water, air, or other fluids.

“The plumber installed a new drain under the kitchen sink.”

2. verb

to remove or cause to flow out of something.

“The storm drain was clogged, so the water spilled onto the street.”

3. verb

to reduce or get rid of something unwanted or unnecessary.

“The company tried to drain its debt by selling assets.”