сифо́н — meaning in English
sifon
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English meaning
Senses
сифо́н is used for these senses in English:
- sink (graph theory) A node in directed graph for which all of its edges go into it; one with no outgoing edges.
- siphon A bent pipe or tube with one end lower than the other, in which hydrostatic pressure exerted due to the force of gravity moves liquid from one reservoir to another.
- trap A bend, sag, or other device in a waste-pipe arranged so that the liquid contents form a seal which prevents the escape of noxious gases, but permits the flow of liquids.
sink — full definition
- verb To go down below the surface of water or another liquid, or to cause something to do so.
- verb To decline gradually in strength, mood, or condition.
- noun A fixed basin with a water supply and drain, used for washing.
- noun A place or system that absorbs a resource, such as heat or carbon.
siphon — full definition
- noun A bent tube that uses pressure and gravity to move liquid from one container to a lower one.
- verb To draw off liquid, or by extension money or resources, gradually and often secretly.