noun
- plural of suction; the forces or processes of drawing something in by creating a partial vacuum
verb
- third person singular present of suction; removes or draws out using suction
Examples
- The vacuum cleaner suctions dirt from the carpet.
- Multiple suctions were needed to clear the blocked drain.
- The dentist suctions saliva during the procedure.
- Strong suctions from the pump removed all the water.
- She suctions the wound to remove debris.
- The machine suctions air from the sealed container.