siphoning
|si/phon/ing|
B2
/ˈsaɪ.fən.ɪŋ/
(siphon)
tube for liquid transfer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'siphon' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'siphon,' where 'siphon' meant 'tube or pipe.'
Historical Evolution
'siphon' changed from the Latin word 'siphon' and eventually became the modern English word 'siphon.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'tube or pipe for drawing liquid,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'drawing off liquid using a siphon.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of drawing off or transferring liquid from one container to another using a siphon.
He was caught siphoning gas from the neighbor's car.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42