drown
//draʊn//
Translation
boğulmak
Definition
Drown means to die or cause to die from submersion in water, typically due to inability to breathe. It can also refer to being overwhelmed or covered by a liquid, such as when a ship sinks or a person is submerged. In a figurative sense, it describes being overpowered by a large amount of something, like noise or work. This verb is often used in contexts of accidents, natural disasters, or emotional distress. For example, someone might drown in a pool if they cannot swim, or a sound might be drowned out by louder noises.
Example
“He almost drowned in the lake last summer.”
“The heavy rain caused the streets to flood, and several cars were drowned.”
“She tried to drown her sorrows in alcohol after the breakup.”
“The loud music drowned out our conversation.”
“Many animals drown when rivers overflow during the monsoon.”
“He felt like he was drowning in paperwork at the office.”
“The swimmer was rescued before she could drown.”
“The floodwaters drowned the entire village.”
“She drowned the vegetables in butter before serving them.”
“His voice was drowned by the roar of the engine.”
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