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SIPHONING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Siphoning.

Siphoning - as a noun

A tube running from the liquid in a vessel to a lower level outside the vessel so that gravity forces the liquid through the tube

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
syphon

A tubular organ in an aquatic animal (especially in mollusks) through which water can be taken in or expelled

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
syphon

Siphoning - as a verb

Convey, draw off, or empty by or as if by a siphon

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
siphon offsyphon

Move a liquid from one container into another by means of a siphon or a siphoning action

Example: "Siphon gas into the tank"

Example Sentences

"The siphoning of funds from the company's accounts left them in a dire financial situation."
"The siphoning of gasoline from parked cars has become a prevalent crime in the city."
"The mechanic suspected that someone was siphoning oil from his customers' cars."
"The siphoning of water from the lake was necessary for irrigation purposes."
"The investigation revealed a complex network of siphoning funds to offshore accounts."
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Word Game Points

Is SIPHONING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, siphoning is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SIPHONING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is SIPHONING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, siphoning is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SIPHONING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is SIPHONING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, siphoning is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SIPHONING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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