Drown Definition

drown
verb
  1. cover completely or make imperceptible; "I was drowned in work"; "The noise drowned out her speech"
  2. get rid of as if by submerging; "She drowned her trouble in alcohol"
  3. die from being submerged in water, getting water into the lungs, and asphyxiating; "The child drowned in the lake"
  4. kill by submerging in water; "He drowned the kittens"
  5. be covered with or submerged in a liquid; "the meat was swimming in a fatty gravy"

"Drown" in song lyrics

See how drown is used in real songs:

  • "You clown, you don't, you drown"
    Aesop Rock f/ El-P — We're Famous
  • "Man pull you under water then I giggle when you drown"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — These Clowns
  • "bring your lifejacket cuz you just might drown"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Tears of a Clown

Usage tips for "drown"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "drown" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for drown to find words that pair well.

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