siphonage
siphonage
Definition
si·phon·age (-ij)
noun
the act of siphoning
siphonage
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- prevent: A non-return valve prevents back siphonage of possibly contaminated water into the main supply and is a requirement under current Water Regulations.
Noun used with modifier
- self: Pipework connecting discharge appliances to SVP manifold, should be designed not to cause self siphonage.
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