Meaning & Definition of word "Exhaust"

Exhaust

/ɪɡˈzɔːst/

1. The act of expelling or draining a gas, particularly from an engine.
- Example: The vehicle's exhaust system needs to be checked regularly.
2. The waste gases or air expelled from an engine or machine.
- Example: The strong smell of exhaust filled the garage as the car was started.

1. To use up completely; to drain of resources or energy.
- Example: After running the marathon, I felt completely exhausted.
2. To expel or let out a substance, often referring to gases or emissions.
- Example: The car's engine can exhaust harmful gases into the environment.
3. To investigate thoroughly; to explore all possibilities.
- Example: The detective exhausted all leads before closing the case.

Middle English exhauste, from Latin exhaustus, past participle of exhaurire 'to draw off, take out, empty.'

exhaust fumes:

The gases expelled from an engine that can be harmful to health.

exhaust system:

The part of a vehicle that directs exhaust gases away from the engine.

exhaust one's options:

To consider and eliminate all possible choices.

exhaustive:

Comprehensive and thorough.

exhaustion:

The state of being extremely tired or worn out.

exhausted:

In a state of extreme physical or mental fatigue.

Meaning: To be totally worn out or drained of energy.

Example Sentence: I'm so exhausted after that workout.

Meaning: When something runs out completely.

Example Sentence: The party was exhausting; by midnight, we were all completely exhausted.