suction

IPA: sˈʌkʃʌn

noun

  • (physics) A force which pushes matter from one space into another because the pressure inside the second space is lower than the pressure in the first.
  • (physics) A force holding two objects together because the pressure in the space between the items is lower than the pressure outside that space.
  • The process of creating an imbalance in pressure to draw matter from one place to another.
  • (dentistry) A device for removing saliva from a patient's mouth during dental operations, a saliva ejector.
  • (informal) influence; "pull".

verb

  • To create an imbalance in pressure between one space and another in order to draw matter between the spaces.
  • To draw out the contents of a space.
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Examples of "suction" in Sentences

  • The suction cup is not bonded to the surface.
  • The wafers are then stopped by the suction of the vacuum.
  • You should apply the suction cup to the hole and pump it.
  • It acts like a suction cup in holding the louse on the fish.
  • The higher the suction rating, the more powerful the cleaner.
  • The inlet location is said to be at the suction side of the pump.
  • The piston is moved to open the pilot valve by inhalation suction.
  • Does the suction cause the intake to move in the direction of inflow
  • The suction is the maximum pressure difference that the pump can create.
  • The ascending platform is arranged under the field of action of a suction pump.

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