Meaning of the word filtrate in English
What does filtrate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
filtrate
US /ˈfɪl.treɪt/
UK /ˈfɪl.treɪt/
Noun
liquid that has passed through a filter
Example:
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The coffee filtrate dripped slowly into the pot.
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The laboratory collected the filtrate for further analysis.
Verb
to pass (a liquid, gas, etc.) through a filter so as to remove suspended impurities or solid particles
Example:
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The water must be filtrated before it is safe to drink.
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They used a special membrane to filtrate the solution.