English dictionary
distil
/d/I/'st/I/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
verb
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undergo condensation; change from a gaseous to a liquid state and fall in drops
ExamplesThe acid distills at a specific temperature.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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extract by the process of distillation
ExamplesDistill the essence of this compound.
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undergo the process of distillation
Synonyms distillSource: WordNet 3.0
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give off (a liquid)
ExamplesThe doctor distilled a few drops of disinfectant onto the wound.
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See <u>Distill</u>.
Source: webster1913