exhaust

English

/ɪɡˈzɔːst/

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) To draw or let out wholly; to drain off completely
  • (transitive) To empty by drawing or letting out the contents
  • (transitive) To drain; to use up or expend wholly, or until the supply comes to an end
  • (transitive) to tire out; to wear out; to cause to be without any energy
  • (transitive) To bring out or develop completely
  • (transitive) to discuss thoroughly or completely
  • (transitive) To subject to the action of various solvents in order to remove all soluble substances or extractives

Etymology

Derived from Latin exhaustus.

Origin

Latin

exhaustus

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