Overdrain

Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvɝˈdɹeɪn/

Overdrain (verb)

  1. To remove more liquid or power than is needed, so the level becomes too low.
  2. 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.