verb (present participle) / noun
enfraquecimento, drenagem, minar
1. Gradually weakening or draining someone's strength, energy, or resources
The constant stress is sapping his motivation.
O estresse constante está minando sua motivação.
2. Digging or tunneling, especially for military purposes
The engineers were sapping under the fortress walls.
Os engenheiros estavam cavando galerias sob as muralhas da fortaleza.
3. The fluid in plants that circulates nutrients
The tree's sapping has slowed due to the cold weather.
A circulação de seiva da árvore diminuiu devido ao tempo frio.
NYC Slang
draining your vibe / killing your energy
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