syphon (n.)

  1. 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

    [ Syn: siphon ]

  2. a tubular organ in an aquatic animal (especially in mollusks) through which water can be taken in or expelled

    [ Syn: siphon ]

    syphon (v.)

  1. convey, draw off, or empty by or as if by a siphon

    [ Syn: siphon , siphon off ]

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