Drown

usgb/draʊn/
verb

To die or cause to die by submerging in water.

He nearly drowned in the lake.
Visual representation of "drown" - To die or cause to die by submerging in water

Often appears as...

  • drown in water
  • drown in the lake
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Visual representation of "drown"
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Literal Meaning

Use 'drown' to describe actual incidents involving water, where someone might die.

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Her kitten drowned in the pond.
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Cause of Drowning

'Drown' can imply accidental or purposeful submerging in water.

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Be careful walking by the canal so you don't drown.
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Not Only Death

While 'drown' often implies death, it can also mean coming close to it.

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I almost drowned, but the lifeguard saved me.
Visual representation of the word "Drown"

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