Associations to the word «Syphon»

Wiktionary

SYPHON, noun. Alternative spelling of siphon
SYPHON, verb. Alternative spelling of siphon
SYPHON THE PYTHON, verb. (idiomatic) (slang) (of a male) To urinate.

Dictionary definition

SYPHON, 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.
SYPHON, noun. A tubular organ in an aquatic animal (especially in mollusks) through which water can be taken in or expelled.
SYPHON, verb. Convey, draw off, or empty by or as if by a siphon.

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