English Expression · Intermediate

drown out

To cover, obscure, or overwhelm by being louder or more intense than

Pronunciation: say drown out

Meaning

To cover, obscure, or overwhelm by being louder or more intense than.

Example

He uses the music to drown out other noises around him.

He uses the music to drown out other noises around him.

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