Definition of "decanter" [de•cant•er]

• A vessel used for decanting, especially a decorative bottle used for serving wine. (noun)

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• "So the term decanter can be broadly defined, but it definitely doesnt mean a $300 piece of designer glass."
• "Where I come from we have a saying that a decanter is only as good as the pour (meaning to allow a good splash so the wine can oxidate while pouring)."
• "Ceramic E bourbon decanter from the rear, where one might expect the Elvis bunghole."