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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

elutriate

/ˌɛljʊˈtreɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does elutriate mean?

verb

to separate or remove particles from a liquid by causing it to flow over a surface, typically a sloping one, or to remove impurities from a liquid by this means.

Example

"The water was elutriated to remove the sediment before being used for irrigation."

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