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Distillation

Verb / ˌdɪstʌˈleɪʃʌn / Another word for distillation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The process of purifying a liquid by heating and cooling it to separate and remove impurities.

Synonyms & similar words

distillate distillment purification refinement separation filtration clarification condensation evaporation extraction rectification sublimation crystallization vaporization distilling concentration fractionation isolating processing refining cleaning detoxification

Example sentences

  1. The distillation of crude oil is how gasoline is made.
  2. Distillation is a way to separate salt from seawater.
  3. The distillation of alcohol is a common practice in the production of spirits.
  4. Distillation is used in the perfume industry to extract essential oils from flowers and plants.
  5. The process of distillation is often used in chemistry experiments.

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  • "In the end, we decided that the distillation of the essence of that decade could be symbolized in one single photograph." - Richard Powers
  • "The process of finding the truth may be likened to the process of distillation." - Sir William Ramsay
  • "The distillation of whiskey is an art." - Richard Paterson

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