Definitions

1. verb

to pour (a liquid) from one container to another, especially in order to separate the sediment or dregs from the liquid.

“She decided to decantate the red wine into a crystal carafe to serve at the dinner party.”

2. verb

to pour (something) in a slow and gentle manner, especially a liquid.

“The bartender carefully decantated the expensive whiskey into a miniature glass.”

3. noun

the act of pouring a liquid from one container to another, especially in order to separate the sediment or dregs from the liquid.

“The decantation of the wine was a crucial step in its preparation for serving.”