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Meaning of exhaust

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

exhaust

Pronunciation:/ɪɡˈzɔːst/

noun

Definitions

  1. A system consisting of the parts of an engine through which burned gases or steam are discharged; see also exhaust system.

  2. The steam let out of a cylinder after it has done its work there.

  3. The dirty air let out of a room through a register or pipe provided for the purpose.

  4. An exhaust pipe, especially on a motor vehicle.

verb

Definitions

  1. To draw or let out wholly; to drain off completely

    Example: Moisture of the earth is exhausted by evaporation.

  2. To empty by drawing or letting out the contents

    Example: to exhaust a treasury

  3. To drain; to use up or expend wholly, or until the supply comes to an end

    Example: I exhausted my strength walking up the hill.

  4. To tire out; to wear out; to cause to be without any energy

    Example: The marathon exhausted me.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Exhausted; used up.