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noun

• A utensil in the shape of an inverted hollow cone terminating in a narrow pipe, for channeling liquids or granular material; typically used when transferring said substances from any container into ones with a significantly smaller opening.

• 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 condense or narrow.

  Example: Expect delays where the traffic funnels down to one lane.

• To channel, direct, or focus (emotions, money, resources, etc.).

  Example: Our taxes are being funnelled into pointless government initiatives.

• To consume (beer, etc.) rapidly through a funnel, typically as a stunt at a party.

noun

• A hinny; hybrid of male horse and female donkey.