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Definition exhaust

Etymology

From Latin exhaustus, past participle of exhaur?re (�to draw out, drink up, empty, exhaust�), from ex (�out�) + haur?re (�to draw (especially water), drain�).

Verb

exhaust (third-person singular simple present exhausts, present participle exhausting, simple past and past participle exhausted)

1. (transitive) To draw or let out wholly; to drain off completely
2. (transitive) To empty by drawing or letting out the contents
3. (transitive, figuratively) To drain; to use up or expend wholly, or until the supply comes to an end
4. (transitive) to tire out; to wear out; to cause to be without any energy
5. (transitive) To bring out or develop completely
6. (transitive) to discuss thoroughly or completely
7. (transitive, chemistry) To subject to the action of various solvents in order to remove all soluble substances or extractives

Noun

exhaust (plural exhausts)

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.
5. exhaust gas.

Adjective

exhaust (not comparable)

1. (obsolete) Exhausted; used up.

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