syphon Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. 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
   siphon.
   
2. noun a tubular organ in an aquatic animal (especially in mollusks) through which water can be taken in or expelled
   siphon.
   
3. verb convey, draw off, or empty by or as if by a siphon
   siphon off; siphon.
   

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