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decanter

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de·cant·er  (d-kntr)
n.
A vessel used for decanting, especially a decorative bottle used for serving wine.
decanter [dɪˈkæntə]
n
(Miscellaneous Technologies / Brewing) a stoppered bottle, usually of glass, into which a drink, such as wine, is poured for serving
Decanter of deans: a company of deans. See also decorum.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.decanterdecanter - a bottle with a stopper; for serving wine or water
carafe
bottle - a glass or plastic vessel used for storing drinks or other liquids; typically cylindrical without handles and with a narrow neck that can be plugged or capped
Translations
decanter [dɪˈkæntəʳ] N → licorera f
decanter [dɪˈkæntər] n → carafe f
decanter
n → Karaffe f
decanter [dɪˈkæntəʳ] n → bottiglia di cristallo (per liquori o vini)
decanter [dɪˈkæntəʳ] n → bottiglia di cristallo (per liquori o vini)


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She turned to a handsome sideboard near the door, and presently faced him again with a decanter of whiskey and a glass in her hand, and a return of the bewitching smile she had worn on entering.
Devil's Ford by Harte, Bret View in context
Noirtier directed their attention to a waiter, on which was placed a decanter containing lemonade and a glass.
The Count of Monte Cristo by Dumas, Alexandre View in context
Detained at the final rehearsals of music and recitation, Miss Ladd was worthily represented by cold chicken and ham, a fruit tart, and a pint decanter of generous sherry.
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