Synonyms for

Siphon

Verb / ˈsaɪfʌn / Another word for siphon — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To siphon means to transfer liquid from one container to another using a tube or hose.

Synonyms & similar words

siphonoff syphon transfer drain withdraw extract remove empty deplete tap discharge pour funnel channel convey carry decant

Example sentences

  1. He used a siphon to move the gasoline from one car to another.
  2. The aquarium was cleaned by siphoning water out.
  3. She used a siphon to siphon the liquid from the bottle into the cup.
  4. They used a siphon to transfer the water from the pond to the bucket.
  5. He learned how to siphon gas from his dad's car.

Quotes

  • A hero is someone who rebels or seems to rebel against the facts of existence and seems to conquer them. Obviously that can only work at moments. It can't be a lasting thing. That's not saying that people shouldn't keep trying to rebel against the facts of existence. Someday, who knows, we might conquer death, disease, and war.
  • The siphon was invented by the Greeks in the time of Hero of Alexandria, and the invention was attributed to him.
  • A siphon is a simple way to move water from one place to another using gravity, and it's an amazing demonstration of the properties of air pressure.

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