What is the meaning of siphon?

noun

  • A tube running from the liquid in a vessel to a lower level outside the vessel so that atmospheric pressure forces the liquid through the tube.
  • A tubular organ in an aquatic animal (especially in mollusks) through which water can be taken in or expelled.

verb

  • Convey, draw off, or empty by or as if by a siphon.
  • Move a liquid from one container into another by means of a siphon or a siphoning action.
    • usage: "siphon gas into the tank"
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