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Definition
To distill; the process of distillation.
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How it's used
Distillation is almost exclusively discussed in scientific or industrial contexts in Cantonese. You will rarely hear this word outside of chemistry class or when talking about the production process of spirits or purified water. It is a formal term that does not appear in casual daily conversation.
Examples
This type of liquor is distilled.
Do you know how to distill water?
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