What does the cryptic crossword clue "English politician drawn, appearing drained (7)" mean?

The definition is "drained". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). E (abbreviation="English") + MP (abbreviation="politician") + TIED (synonym="drawn,") = EMPTIED; definition: "drained" The answer is Emptied.

English politician drawn, appearing drained (7)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3002 | 15 Across | 2019-05-05 flower

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