Distill — synonyms, definition

1. distill (Verb) N. Amer

concentrate condense digest distil draw out evaporate extract give forth in drops infuse make pure precipitate press purify steam sublimate volatilize

distill (Verb) — (chemistry) remove impurities from, increase the concentration of, and separate through the process of distillation. ex. "distill the water"

distill (Verb) — (chemistry) undergo the process of distillation.

distill (Verb) — (chemistry) purify or isolate using distillation. ex. "distill the essence of this compound"

distill (Verb) — Undergo condensation; change from a gaseous to a liquid state and fall in drops. ex. "The acid distills at a specific temperature"

distill (Verb) — Give off (a liquid). ex. "The doctor distilled a few drops of disinfectant onto the wound"

distill (Verb) — Make more concise.

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