decanter

/di'kæntə/

Thân thiện

The host pours wine from a crystal decanter into a guest's glass.

Definition

Noun: A decanter is a decorative glass bottle, typically with a stopper, used for serving wine, spirits, or water. Its primary function is to hold a liquid after it has been poured from its original storage bottle, often to allow wine to aerate or to present a beverage elegantly at the table.

Usage

A decanter is used for serving beverages. It is not typically used for long-term storage. * He poured the aged port into a crystal decanter before serving it to his guests. * The water decanter was placed at the center of the dining table.

Advanced Usage

• Decanting: The action of pouring a liquid, especially wine, from its bottle into a decanter. This is often done to separate the liquid from any sediment that has formed or to expose it to air.
  • Decanting the red wine for an hour improved its aroma and flavor.

Variants and Related Words

• Decant (verb): To pour a liquid from one container into another, especially to separate sediment.
  • Always decant an old vintage port carefully to leave the sediment behind.

Synonyms

• Carafe: A similar glass container for serving water or wine, but often without a stopper and sometimes less ornate.
• Flagon: A large, often decorative container for holding drink, historically with a handle, spout, and lid.

Related Phrases

• Wine decanter: Specifies a decanter designed specifically for wine, often with a wide base to increase surface area for aeration.
  • A good wine decanter is an essential tool for any serious oenophile.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a bottle with a stopper; for serving wine or water

Từ đồng nghĩa

• carafe