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empty

When used as an adjective, "empty" usually describes a physical space with nothing inside it. However, be careful when using it to describe people or promises; in these cases, it means something is lacking heart, truth, or real meaning. As a verb, remember that "empty" can be something you do to an object (like emptying a bin) or something a natural feature does (like a river emptying into the ocean).

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Leo is in his room gaming while David is at the office.
David Smith

Leo, did you empty the dishwasher or are you just lagging?

David Smith
Leo Smith
Leo Smith

chill. i'm literally in a match, don't throw.

💡
David attempts to use gaming terminology ('lagging') to sound 'cool' and relatable to his son while asking him to do chores. Leo responds with typical gamer slang: 'chill' (relax) and 'don't throw' (meaning don't cause me to lose the game or ruin my progress).

Meanings

adjective

Containing nothing; not filled.

"The box was completely empty."

adjective

Lacking meaning, sincerity, or value.

"He made several empty promises during the campaign."

verb (transitive)

To remove all the contents of something.

"Please empty the trash bin before you leave."

verb (intransitive)

To become empty or to flow out of a container into another place.

"The river empties into the sea."

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