What does EMPTY mean?

empty

Part of Speech: adjective, verb

Definition:

• (adjective) containing nothing; not filled or occupied.
• (verb) remove all the contents of (a container).

Pronunciation (US): /ˈɛmpti/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈɛmpti/

Origin and Usage:

The word "empty" comes from the Old English word "ǣmtig" meaning "at leisure, not occupied". The word has been used in English since the 13th century. It is commonly used to describe a container or space that does not contain anything.

Synonyms:

• (adjective) vacant, bare, blank, clear, deserted, hollow, unfilled
• (verb) clear, vacate, evacuate, unload, drain

Related Words:

• ample
• tempt
• petty
• empty
• tempt

Example Sentences:

• The room was empty.
• She emptied the contents of the bag onto the table.
• The glass was empty.
• He emptied the trash.