distilled
word · lemma: distill
Definition
Describes a liquid that has been purified by heating it to make steam and then cooling it to turn it back into a liquid, removing impurities. It can also describe something simplified or concentrated to its essential parts.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in scientific, technical, or food/beverage contexts—'distilled water,' 'distilled spirits.' Can be used metaphorically, such as 'distilled wisdom.' Don't confuse with 'filtered,' which usually means just passed through a filter.
Example Sentences
She only drinks distilled water.
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Vodka is a distilled spirit.
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This perfume contains distilled oils from flowers.
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The scientist poured distilled water into the test tube to avoid contamination.
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That novel feels like a distilled version of the author's earlier work—just the important parts.
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My grandmother always cooked with distilled vinegar for its clean taste.
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