distillate

American  

[dis-tl-it, -eyt, dih-stil-it] / ˈdɪs tl ɪt, -ˌeɪt, dɪˈstɪl ɪt /

noun

1. the product obtained from the condensation of vapors in distillation.

2. any concentration, essence, or abstraction.

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distillate British  

/ ˈdɪstɪlɪt, -ˌleɪt /

noun

1. Also called: distillation.  the product of distillation

2. a concentrated essence

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Etymology

Origin of distillate

1860–65; < Latin distillātus (past participle of distillāre to trickle down), equivalent to distill- distill + -ātus -ate ¹

Example Sentences

The benchmarks settled more than 1.5% higher in the previous session, driven by concerns over the impact of U.S. sanctions on Russian flows and gains in distillate futures.

From The Wall Street Journal

Improvement in GRM is aided by stronger seasonal demand for middle distillates during the winter season, together with ongoing maintenance shutdowns at regional refineries in October, the analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal

Oil futures rose for a third consecutive session as concerns around the impact of Russia sanctions and gains in distillate futures countered underlying views about oversupply.

From The Wall Street Journal

U.S. crude oil inventories rose last week amid a rebound in imports, while stocks of gasoline and distillate fuels declined, according to data released Wednesday by the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal

The traditionally Mexican distillate is derived from the agave plant, often using methods that have been honed across generations, with varieties that impart flavors ranging from smoky to earthy and acidic.

From Los Angeles Times

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