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Definition siphon in British English

siphon verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈsaɪf(ə)n/
1

to move liquid from one container to another through a tube

Example

Siphon off all excess liquid.

Synonyms and related words
break burst cast up
2

to move money from one bank account to another, especially illegally or dishonestly

Example

They had siphoned off millions of pounds into their personal accounts.

Synonyms and related words
bank bank in borrow
Definition siphon in British English