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/draʊn/
Meaning & Definition
verb
to die by suffocating in water or other liquid.
He tried to swim to the shore, but the current was too strong, and he almost drowned.
to cover completely with a liquid.
The heavy rain drowned the fields, leaving them waterlogged and unworkable.
to overwhelm or to be rendered powerless by something.
She felt like she was drowning in work with all the deadlines approaching.
to suppress or silence (a sound or voice) by a louder sound.
The music was so loud that it drowned out their conversation.
Etymology
Middle English 'drownen', from Old English 'drūgan' meaning 'to drown'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
drown one's sorrows
To drink alcohol in order to forget one's problems.
drown in debt
To have overwhelming financial burdens.
drown someone out
To make noise to the point that someone else cannot be heard.
Related Words
drowning
The act of dying by suffocation in water or another liquid.
drowned
Having died by drowning.
drowner
One who drowns or has drowned something.
Slang Meanings
To be overwhelmed by emotions or responsibilities.
I feel like I'm drowning in work.
To experience a significant setback or loss.
The team's morale was drowned after the defeat.