Synonyms of siphon

Noun


1. siphon, syphon, tube, tubing

usage: 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

2. siphon, syphon, organ

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

Verb


1. siphon, syphon, siphon off, draw, take out

usage: convey, draw off, or empty by or as if by a siphon

2. siphon, put, set, place, pose, position, lay

usage: move a liquid from one container into another by means of a siphon or a siphoning action; "siphon gas into the tank"

WordNet 3.0 Copyright © 2006 by Princeton University.
All rights reserved.

Definition and meaning of siphon (Dictionary)