sapping

[ˈsæpɪŋ]

sapping Definition

gradually weaken or destroy (a person's strength or power).

Using sapping: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sapping" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The long hours of work are sapping his energy.

  • Example

    The constant stress is sapping her will to live.

  • Example

    The cold weather is sapping the batteries of my phone.

sapping Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: sapping in Brief

The verb 'sapping' [ˈsæpɪŋ] means to gradually weaken or destroy a person's strength or power. It can be used in various contexts, such as physical, emotional, or technical, as in 'The long hours of work are sapping his energy.' 'Sapping' is often used with the preposition 'of,' as in 'The cold weather is sapping the batteries of my phone.'