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Meaning of deplete

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

deplete

Pronunciation:/dɪˈpliːt//dɪˈpliːt/

verb

Definitions

  1. To empty or unload, as the vessels of the human system, by bloodletting or by medicine.

    Example: Certain medications can deplete vitamin D.

  2. To reduce by destroying or consuming the vital powers of; to exhaust, as a country of its strength or resources, a treasury of money, etc.