syphon Meaning & Definition
What Does Syphon Mean?
Syphon is used as a noun meaning Alternative spelling of siphon. As a verb, it means Alternative spelling of siphon. As a verb, it means To transfer (liquid) by means of a siphon.
Syphon in Brief
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | siphon and siphon off |
| Plural | syphons |
| Verb forms | syphons, syphoning, syphoned |
Syphon Definition (Noun)
- Alternative spelling of siphon.
Syphon as a Verb
- Alternative spelling of siphon.
Noun
- A bent pipe or tube with one end lower than the other, in which hydrostatic pressure exerted due to the force of gravity moves liquid from one reservoir to another.
- A soda siphon.
- A tubelike organ found in animals or elongated cell found in plants.
Verb
- To transfer (liquid) by means of a siphon.
- To steal or skim off in small amounts; to embezzle.
Synonyms of Syphon
Syphon synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
syphon (plural syphons)
syphon (third-person singular simple present syphons, present participle syphoning, simple past and past participle syphoned)
Words That Rhyme With Syphon
Frequently Asked Questions About Syphon
Is syphon a noun or a verb?
Syphon is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for syphon?
Words with a similar meaning to syphon include siphon and siphon off. See the full list of syphon synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of syphon?
The plural of syphon is syphons.
What is the past tense of syphon?
The past tense of syphon is syphoned. The present participle is syphoning.