Definition of funnel
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a : a utensil that is usually a hollow cone with a tube extending from the smaller end and that is designed to catch and direct a downward flow
b : something shaped like a funnel
2 : a stack or flue for the escape of smoke or for ventilation (as on a ship)
funnel
verbfunneled also funnelled; funneling also funnelling
Definition of funnel (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : to have or take the shape of a funnel
2 : to pass through or as if through a funnel or conduit
the crowd funnels through the doors
1 : to form in the shape of a funnel
funneled his hands and shouted through them
2 : to move to a focal point or into a conduit or central channel
contributions were funneled into one account
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The first known use of funnel was in the 15th century
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