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decants

The correct spelling is decants.

How to pronounce decants

verb

Say it like: Dec-ant-s

The correct spelling is decants. To pour off (a liquid) gently, so as not to disturb the sediment. For example: "to decant wine"

Usage Examples

to decant wine

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To pour off (a liquid) gently, so as not to disturb the sediment.
  2. 2.To pour from one vessel into another.
  3. 3.To flow.
  4. 4.To remove a clone from its chamber, vat, or artificial womb.
  5. 5.To rehouse people while their buildings are being refurbished or rebuilt.

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