the grapes contained in the wine press and the residue, as skins and pips, remaining after the juice is expressed.
(in France) the brandy distilled from this residue.
Pharmacology. the residue that remains following the extraction of active principles from a vegetable drug by means of a solvent.
the remains of grapes or other fruit that have been pressed for wine-making
a brandy distilled from these
1595–1605; < Middle French, akin to marcher to tread; see march 1
ma(chine) r(eadable) c(atologing)
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General Catalyst Managing Director Marc Bhargava leads the firm’s Creation strategy, which is focused in part on providing capital for companies like Beacon to acquire existing businesses.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
“Always dreamt of having this moment again,” Wayans said, while thanking Glickman and executive producer Marc Weinstock during a short speech at the movie’s premiere.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
Lopez was joined by several friends and relatives for the celebration, including her 18-year-old twins, Max and Emme, whom she shares with her former spouse, Marc Anthony.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
Marc and Laarni Payoyo and their three children have only lived in their home in Dunmoss View since February.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
“There is no way that is true. Justin told me that Marc likes Melissa and Melissa likes him back, so...”
From "Sparrow" by Sarah Moon
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