suction
nounfemininetécnico/suˈksɐ̃w̃/low
suc·cão
Definition
The process of drawing a fluid or gas by reducing pressure.
The vacuum cleaner works by suction.
Medical suction is used to clear airways.
Common collocations
suction pumpsuction forcesuction cup
Etymology
Do latim 'suctionem', acusativo de 'suctio', de 'sugere' (sugar).