undrained
adjective
un·drained
ˌən-ˈdrānd 
: not emptied of liquid : not drained
an undrained can of tomatoes
Examples of undrained in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Add beans, broth, and seasonings: Add mashed beans, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and remaining 2 cans undrained beans to Dutch oven.
—
Renu Dhar, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2025
Stir in a can of corn kernels and black beans (both undrained).
—Peter Burke, Fox News, 1 Dec. 2024
For undrained containers, use a non-porous substrate like small stones or marbles.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024
In a medium bowl stir together undrained pineapple and cheese.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Oct. 2024
Leaving the diced tomatoes undrained and with all of the liquid in the can gives a reddish tint to the soup broth, and its natural acidity brightens the flavors of the soup overall.
—Liz Mervosh, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2024
Fresh shucked oysters, undrained: Oysters are the star of this recipe, so fresh oysters are key.
—Nancie McDermott, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2023
Stir in tomato sauce, undrained beans, undrained tomatoes, chili powder, salt, basil, and black pepper.
—Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2023
Fluffy baked corn casserole, which calls for one drained and one undrained can, makes a satisfying side that takes the place of corn bread.
—Julia Levy, Southern Living, 2 July 2023
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Renu Dhar, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2025
Stir in a can of corn kernels and black beans (both undrained).
—Peter Burke, Fox News, 1 Dec. 2024
For undrained containers, use a non-porous substrate like small stones or marbles.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 27 Nov. 2024
In a medium bowl stir together undrained pineapple and cheese.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Oct. 2024
Leaving the diced tomatoes undrained and with all of the liquid in the can gives a reddish tint to the soup broth, and its natural acidity brightens the flavors of the soup overall.
—Liz Mervosh, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2024
Fresh shucked oysters, undrained: Oysters are the star of this recipe, so fresh oysters are key.
—Nancie McDermott, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2023
Stir in tomato sauce, undrained beans, undrained tomatoes, chili powder, salt, basil, and black pepper.
—Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 July 2023
Fluffy baked corn casserole, which calls for one drained and one undrained can, makes a satisfying side that takes the place of corn bread.
—Julia Levy, Southern Living, 2 July 2023
Dictionary Entries Near undrained
Cite this Entry
“Undrained.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undrained. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share