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siphoning

/sɪˈfɒnɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does siphoning mean?

verb

The act of drawing off or removing a liquid from a container by suction, or the act of removing something unwanted or unnecessary.

Example

"The mechanic used a hose to siphon the old oil out of the engine."

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