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funnel

Noun

∙ A utensil of the shape of an inverted hollow cone, terminating below in a pipe, and used for conveying liquids etc. into a close vessel; a tunnel.
∙ A passage or avenue for a fluid or flowing substance; specifically, a smoke flue or pipe; the chimney of a steamship or the like.

Verb

∙ To use a funnel.
∙ To proceed through a narrow gap or passageway akin to a funnel; to narrow or condense.
∙ To direct (money or resources). transitive
∙ To consume (beer, etc.) rapidly through a funnel, typically as a stunt at a party.