decant Synonyms
decant Meaning
decant (v)
pour out
decant (v. t.)
To pour off gently, as liquor, so as not to disturb the sediment; or to pour from one vessel into another; as, to decant wine.
decant Sentence Examples
- The sommelier expertly decanted the aged red wine to enhance its flavor and aroma.
- After settling, the mixture was ready to decant, separating the sediment from the liquid.
- We carefully decanted the liquid from the test tube into the flask to avoid spillage.
- The chef instructed us to decant the clarified butter into a separate container.
- As the liquid reached the desired purity, it was time to decant it into individual vials.
- The process of decanting the oil from the top layer of the solution required precision.
- We patiently waited for the wine to breathe after decanting it for optimal taste.
- It's essential to decant homemade sauces to remove any impurities before serving.
- The lab technician used a pipette to accurately decant the solution into smaller vials.
- The ritual of decanting the ceremonial tea was a symbol of reverence and tradition.
FAQs About the word decant
pour outTo pour off gently, as liquor, so as not to disturb the sediment; or to pour from one vessel into another; as, to decant wine.
drain, suck, pump, empty, clean, evacuate, draft, siphon, draw (off), exhaust
wet, soak, water, douse,wash, overflow, soak, wet, water, bathe
The sommelier expertly decanted the aged red wine to enhance its flavor and aroma.
After settling, the mixture was ready to decant, separating the sediment from the liquid.
We carefully decanted the liquid from the test tube into the flask to avoid spillage.
The chef instructed us to decant the clarified butter into a separate container.
