1. (noun) siphon, syphon
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
Synonyms: syphon, siphon
2. (verb) siphon, syphon
a tubular organ in an aquatic animal (especially in mollusks) through which water can be taken in or expelled
Synonyms: syphon, siphon
3. (verb) siphon, syphon, siphon off
convey, draw off, or empty by or as if by a siphon
Synonyms: syphon, siphon off, siphon
4. (verb) siphon
move a liquid from one container into another by means of a siphon or a siphoning action
Synonyms: syphon, siphon off
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