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sap
1[ sap ]
sap
2[ sap ]
noun
- Fortification. a deep, narrow trench constructed so as to form an approach to a besieged place or an enemy's position.
verb (used with object)
- to undermine; gradually or insidiously weaken or destroy.
Synonyms: undermine, weaken, tire, impair, enfeeble, enervate, drain, deplete, exhaust
- Fortification.
- to approach (a besieged place or an enemy position) by means of deep, narrow trenches protected by gabions or parapets.
- to dig such trenches in (ground).
verb (used without object)
- Fortification. to dig a sap.
sap
1/ sæp /
noun
- a solution of mineral salts, sugars, etc, that circulates in a plant
- any vital body fluid
- energy; vigour
- slang.a gullible or foolish person
- another name for sapwood
verb
- to drain of sap
SAP
2abbreviation for
- South African Police
SAP
3/ sæp /
acronym for
- Standard Assessment Procedure, the recognized performance indicator for measuring energy efficiency in buildings
sap
4/ sæp /
noun
- a deep and narrow trench used to approach or undermine an enemy position, esp in siege warfare
verb
- to undermine (a fortification, etc) by digging saps
- tr to weaken
sap
/ săp /
- The watery fluid that circulates through a plant that has vascular tissues. Sap moving up the xylem carries water and minerals, while sap moving down the phloem carries water and food.
- See cell sap
Derived Forms
- ˈsapless, adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of sap1
Origin of sap2
Word History and Origins
Origin of sap1
Origin of sap2
Example Sentences
In an eight-over spell in sapping heat, he averaged over 88mph, but more importantly used his height to generate venomous lift.
England value his tirelessness and in the sapping heat he repaid the faith shown by his Durham team-mate Stokes.
On top of that, Barenboim has been suffering from a debilitating neurological disease that has sapped much of his strength.
Some people bounce back from trauma, but others get caught in depressive loops that sap the joy from their lives.
When lightning struck the plant, its sap began to flow, symbolizing her transformation into the source of spirits like mezcal, tequila and sotol.
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