decantor
nounUK /dɪˈkæntə/
US /dɪˈkæntər/
A decantor is a special glass bottle used to pour out clear liquid and leave the thick bits behind.
The scientist used a decantor to separate the clear water from the sand at the bottom.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A person who carefully pours liquid from one container to another.
The decantor poured the juice slowly so the pulp stayed in the jug.
3. A device or machine that separates liquids from solids.
The factory's decantor spun the mixture until the heavy parts sank.
4. A vessel used in chemistry to let particles settle before pouring.
She left the muddy water in the decantor overnight so the dirt would sink.