Definitions

1. noun

a tube or tube-like piece of equipment with a wide end and a narrow end, used for conveying liquid or powder from one container to another, or for directing the flow of something in a particular way

“The gardener used a funnel to pour water into the narrow neck of the flowerpot.”

2. verb

to direct or control the flow of something in a particular way, especially so that it converges or becomes concentrated

“The manager funneled the company’s resources into a single project to maximize efficiency.”

3. verb

to cause something to converge or become concentrated, typically at a particular point or place

“The heavy rain funneled down the streets, causing flash flooding in some areas.”

4. verb

to direct or guide something, typically into a particular course or direction

“The new policy funneled the company’s money into charitable donations.”

5. noun

a region of a country or a part of a person’s life that is characterized by a particular quality or activity

“The entertainment funnel of the city was very vibrant.”