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syphon

DEFINITIONS OF: syphon

1

n 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:
siphon
Type of:
tube, tubing
conduit consisting of a long hollow object (usually cylindrical) used to hold and conduct objects or liquids or gases

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

Synonyms:
siphon
Type of:
organ
a fully differentiated structural and functional unit in an animal that is specialized for some particular function

v convey, draw off, or empty by or as if by a siphon

Synonyms:
siphon, siphon off
Type of:
draw, take out
take liquid out of a container or well
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