sap

Definitions

The fluid, consisting chiefly of water with dissolved sugars and mineral salts, that circulates in the vascular system of a plant.

A foolish or gullible person.

To gradually weaken or destroy a person's strength, energy, or resources.

Examples

The sticky sap dripped slowly down the trunk of the pine tree.

The long, grueling hike began to sap all of his remaining energy.

Synonyms

fluid juice vitality energy vigor exhaust drain

Antonyms

strengthen invigorate energize fortify restore solid dryness