1. plural of syphon: tubes or devices that use atmospheric pressure to transfer liquid from one container to another
Usage: variant spelling of siphons

1. third person singular present of syphon: draws off or transfers liquid using a syphon
Usage: variant spelling of siphons

Examples

• The gardener syphons water from the rain barrel into smaller containers.
• These syphons help transfer fuel from the main tank.
• She syphons the wine carefully to avoid disturbing the sediment.
• The aquarium syphons remove dirty water during cleaning.
• He syphons gasoline using a simple rubber tube.
• The system automatically syphons excess water from the reservoir.