Overdrain
Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvɝˈdɹeɪn/
Overdrain (verb)
- To remove more liquid or power than is needed, so the level becomes too low.
- To take out resources at a rate that cannot be replaced, causing serious shortage.
Examples
- The pump overdrains the tank and leaves it nearly empty.
- If you overdrain the battery, it may not restart.