Decanter
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈkæntə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Decanter is a noun meaning A vessel for decanting liquor.
Meaning
A vessel for decanting liquor.
More Meanings
- A receptacle for decanted liquor, especially a crystal bottle with a stopper.
Example Sentences
A decanter filled with smoke from smouldering incense.
Pour wine into the decanter, and cork. Let the decanter down, drawing the loops out and laying them on the table top. Have a tray of small glasses alongside the decanter. When ready to introduce the experiment, step to the table, remove the glass stopper, pick up the decanter with the right hand and pour the wine into the glasses on the tray.
Word Forms
- decanters
Synonyms for decanter
Depending on context, synonyms include carafe.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include carafe, ewer, drinkware, descensory, dipper, decaliter.
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