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decant

[dih-kant] / dɪˈkænt /
VERB
tap
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I brew it in huge batches and decant it into a glass jug that looks vaguely like a science experiment.

From Salon • Jul. 8, 2025

The rapid "decant of services" meant the nine-bed ICU was given a temporary new home in the space previously occupied by eye theatre.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2025

So don’t let the modest price fool you — crack open the screw cap a few hours before dinner, or better yet, decant it and let it come to life while you cook.

From Washington Post • Feb. 16, 2023

“We have solutions that we know will decant the system,” she said.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 18, 2022

Under his vigorous shaking the driver slid over sideways until he threatened to decant himself out upon Mr. Leary.

From The Life of the Party by Preston, James M.