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
Clase Azul is known for its expensive tequilas in handmade ceramic decanters, which customers often save long after the liquid is gone as art pieces in their homes.
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 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
Look to bedding, decor such as throws, art, and small accents like vases and water decanters to bring in these of-the-moment hues.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2026
The drinks cabinet is packed with everything possible, from all the classics to punchy Ceylon arrack, there’s also a decanter of silky red wine on the side.
—Harriet Compston, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 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
Look to bedding, decor such as throws, art, and small accents like vases and water decanters to bring in these of-the-moment hues.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2026
The drinks cabinet is packed with everything possible, from all the classics to punchy Ceylon arrack, there’s also a decanter of silky red wine on the side.
—Harriet Compston, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decanter
Noun
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Bathrooms are coated with marble and feature a tub and shower, both stocked with Diptyque toiletries in pump bottles and bath salts with loofahs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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For a distillery known as much for its rebellious personality as its whisky, bringing back a bottle called Yellow Submarine feels pretty on-brand.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Noun
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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
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Nolan, by reputation, is a solemn figure—a no-nonsense puzzle-box auteur in a crisp waistcoat, a flask of tea tucked into his jacket pocket.—
Eliana Dockterman,
Time,
12 May 2026
Noun
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And where many a five-star is let down by little plastic cartons of UHT milk in the in-room tea and coffee station, here fresh milk in a pretty jug is delivered to the room on request.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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People who want something close to a real espresso machine, with a steam wand and milk jug, should look at Breville’s Creatista.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Momosé is supported by chef de cuisine Andrew Mainor and a team trained to notice every detail, from the temperature of a water carafe to the way a guest is greeted at the door.—
Louisa Kung Liu Chu,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Assistant General Manager, Anna Price Olson suggests putting a carafe of water and small glasses by the bar area so everyone has easy access to it.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
26 May 2026
Noun
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JSerra finished with five hits against La Mirada pitcher Alison Ortega.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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Three of the homers came in the second against Arkansas pitchers Payton Burnham and Saylor Timmerman.—
Tim Willert,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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“Decanter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decanter. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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