decanter

Definition of decanternext
as in bottle
a special glass container into which wine, whiskey, etc., is poured from its original container and from which it is served The waiter served us wine from an elegant decanter. a decanter of port

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Recent Examples of decanter In the seclusion of The Rabbit Hole, the members-only speakeasy in the building’s second floor, members could purchase a Spirit of Champions Limited Edition decanter for $1,700 and select a country of representation that the Mexican artisans translated on-site into a one-of-one keepsake. Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 Use thoughtful upgrades like crystal decanters, warm lighting, and single-use cloths. Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 28 May 2026 To add vintage barware to your collection, head to The Hour, which has unique glassware, decanters, and shakers. Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026 One of the earliest biopics imagined her life story, and her name graced everything from dolls to decanters. Marla Miller, The Conversation, 23 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for decanter
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Noun
  • Stars are opening wineries and putting their names on bottles.
    Emily Saladino, Washington Post, 17 July 2026
  • On May 28, Johnson received results finding that the DNA profile sampled from one of Brown’s soda bottles could not be excluded as the contributor of the male blood from the victim’s nightgown, the detective wrote.
    Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026
Noun
  • References to nomads of the Kazakh steppe and local symbolism abound in the label, as seen in the heavy glass bottles recalling nomads’ flasks and decorated with handmade pendants in the form of old coins engraved with the emblem of each fragrance.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 9 June 2026
  • Tommy is sober; Jeff’s a wisecracking alcoholic who seems to have twice emptied out a flask before the first scene is over.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 27 May 2026
Noun
  • Another juvenile in detention passed around the tainted jug, according to the suit.
    James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
  • It's applied like a traditional weed spray and is usually sold in large jugs.
    Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • Each carafe holds 35 ounces and features a narrow neck for easier pouring.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 29 June 2026
  • The right carafe is also just really nice to look at.
    Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 June 2026
Noun
  • Even pitchers such as Tyler Zuber and Michael Petersen, who did not start, were pushed into larger roles as the bullpen carried a heavier workload.
    Tyler M. Carmona July 15, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
  • Already this portal cycle, Georgia has added seven new pitchers, including the addition of Flores, who brings the heat on the mound.
    Hunter DeLauder, AJC.com, 14 July 2026

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“Decanter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decanter. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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