distillery

/dɪˈstɪləri/

Definitions

1. noun

A building or establishment where liquor, especially whiskey, brandy, or rum, is made by distillation.

“The distillery tour offered a glimpse into the process of making fine whiskey.”

2. noun

A place where a particular process or activity is carried out, especially one that involves the distillation of something.

“The distillery of memories was a bittersweet place for her.”

3. verb

To purify or concentrate a liquid by heating it until it turns into vapor, which is then cooled and collected.

“The scientist had to distill the water to remove impurities.”

Synonyms

  • brewery
  • plant
  • winery

Antonyms

  • impure
  • undistilled