Distillation

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Pronunciation: /dɪˌstɪˈleɪʃən/

Definitions of distillation

noun the action of purifying a liquid by a process of heating and cooling

Example Sentences

A1 Distillation is a process used to separate liquids based on their boiling points.

A2 The distillation of water is a common method for purifying it.

B1 In chemistry, distillation is often used to separate components of a mixture.

B2 The distillation of crude oil is a key step in the production of gasoline.

C1 Industrial distillation processes can be complex and require specialized equipment.

C2 The art of distillation has been practiced for centuries, with different cultures developing unique techniques.

Examples of distillation in a Sentence

formal The process of distillation involves separating components of a liquid mixture based on their different boiling points.

informal Distillation is like when you boil a mixture to separate the different parts.

slang Distillation is kind of like when you cook something down to its essence.

figurative In a way, distillation can be seen as a metaphor for simplifying complex ideas or situations.

Grammatical Forms of distillation

past tense

distilled

plural

distillations

comparative

more distilled

superlative

most distilled

present tense

distills

future tense

will distill

perfect tense

has distilled

continuous tense

is distilling

singular

distillation

positive degree

distill

infinitive

to distill

gerund

distilling

participle

distilled

Origin and Evolution of distillation

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'distillation' originated from the Latin word 'distillare', which means to drip or trickle down.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'distillation' has evolved to specifically refer to the process of separating components of a liquid mixture based on differences in boiling points.