distillation
Translation
distillation, essence
Examples
The distillation of water removes impurities.
The distillation of water removes impurities.
His report is a distillation of the facts.
His report is a distillation of the facts.
Grammar Patterns
the distillation ((of sth.)) The distillation of crude oil produces gasoline.
a distillation ((of sth.)) This book is a distillation of his life's work.
Similar Words
Synonyms: purification, refinement, essence, extract
Etymology
From Latin `destillatio`, from `de-` 'down' + `stillare` 'to drip, drop.' The suffix `-ation` denotes a process or result.
Memory Tips
Think of 'de-still' as 'dripping down.' It's the process of purifying a liquid by heating and cooling it, drop by drop.