Vocabulary Entry

decant

|verb • noun

verb

To pour a liquid from one container to another, typically to separate it from sediment.

Example Sentences

"The sommelier decided to decant the red wine before serving it."

"To improve the flavor, you should decant the whiskey for a few minutes."

"She carefully decanted the broth into a new pot to remove any solids."

noun

Example Sentences

"The decant of the wine allowed it to breathe before serving."

"After the decant, we could see the sediment settled at the bottom of the bottle."

"The decant took place in a quiet corner of the restaurant."