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Definition of Drain

Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026

Drain: A device for removing fluid from a cavity or wound. A drain is typically a tube or wick. As a verb, to allow fluid to be released from a confined area.

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