syphon in a sentence
n.
Definition
Syphon (noun): a tube or pipe used to convey liquid from one container to another by means of atmospheric pressure or gravity.
Sample Sentences
- The plumber used a syphon to drain the water from the flooded basement.
- To ensure the garden's health, she decided to syphon off excess water from the flower beds.
- After the storm, we had to syphon the rainwater that collected in the backyard.
- He demonstrated how to syphon gasoline from the tank safely and effectively.
- In chemistry class, we learned how to syphon liquids without disturbing the sediment.
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