GRE Word List

DECANT

to draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers

The meaning of the word decant is to draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers.

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animatedendowed with life or the qualities of life : alive
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
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