decanter

American  

[dih-kan-ter] / dɪˈkæn tər /

noun

1. a vessel, usually an ornamental glass bottle, for holding and serving wine, brandy, or the like.

2. a bottle used for decanting.

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decanter British  

/ dɪˈkæntə /

noun

1. a stoppered bottle, usually of glass, into which a drink, such as wine, is poured for serving

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Etymology

Origin of decanter

First recorded in 1705–15; decant + -er ¹

Example Sentences

From an unforgettable decanter to an adorable ottoman, these 8 items will awaken your inner interior designer.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2024

Share your grandmother’s treasured soups and stews, wrap up a piece of Le Creuset cookware, find a collection of soup crocks, a fancy wine decanter or a nice wine bottle stopper.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 18, 2022

The Cyberwhistle is in the lifestyle products section of Tesla's website, which also includes items such as $150 decanter, a $30 "S3XY" logo mug, and several diecast models of the company's vehicles.

From BBC • Nov. 30, 2021

Tesla’s website offers a company-branded “handblown” decanter for $150 and a $60 umbrella with an “ergonomically designed handle.”

From New York Times • Oct. 29, 2021

"You know," she said, picking up a decanter, "I'm intrigued."

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison

Related Words

• carafe
• flask
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