drainer

noun

Etymology

From drain (verb) + -er.

  1. inherited from *draugiz
  2. inherited from *drauhnōną
  3. inherited from *drauhnōn
  4. inherited from drēahnian
  5. inherited from *dreinen
  6. suffixed as drainer — “drain + er

Definitions

  1. That which drains.

    • The radical shift in mentality is even more necessary when analysts see Education simply as a drainer of resources.
    • I know that poor form is one of the biggest drainers of energy, so even though I slowed down significantly I made a very conscious effort to maintain good form.
  2. A frame or rack for allowing washed crockery etc to dry naturally.

  3. A perforated rack on which washed dishes, etc. may be placed in order to dry.

  4. + 4 more definitions
    1. Alternative form of Drainer.

    2. A person who explores drains, tunnels, or sewers.

    3. Alternative spelling of Drainer

    4. A fan of Drain Gang, an artistic collective formed in 2013, focusing on music and fashion.

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sense glosses and etymology drawn from English Wiktionary · source · CC-BY-SA