Meaning of the word drown in English

What does drown mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

drown

US /draʊn/

UK /draʊn/

die through submersion in and inhalation of water

Example:

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He almost drowned when his boat capsized.

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Many people drown in floods every year.

Synonym:

submerge sink immerse

cover or submerge (something) in liquid

Example:

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The heavy rain drowned the entire valley.

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He drowned his sorrows in alcohol.

Synonym:

flood inundate submerge immerse

make (a sound) inaudible by being much louder

Example:

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The loud music drowned out their conversation.

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His voice was almost drowned by the applause.

Synonym:

overwhelm overpower muffle smother

Related Word:

drown out drown your sorrows