Siphon

Synonyms of siphon

• extract
• drain
• draw off

Antonyms of siphon

• add
• fill
• pour

Collocations of siphon

siphon off

Frequency: 80 %

The corrupt official tried to siphon off money from the government funds.

siphon pump

Frequency: 70 %

The farmer used a siphon pump to transfer water from the well to the field.

siphon hose

Frequency: 60 %

The mechanic used a siphon hose to drain the oil from the car.

siphon tube

Frequency: 50 %

The scientist used a siphon tube to transfer the liquid from one container to another.

Idiomatic Expressions for siphon

• Phrase: siphon away
  Meaning: to gradually remove or divert something, especially resources or support
  Usage: The company's new policies have siphoned away employee morale.